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Onychomys (Noun)

Meaning

Grasshopper mice.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Onychomys is a genus of rodents that are commonly known as grasshopper mice due to their diet consisting mainly of insects and seeds.
  • The onychomys genus is unique among rodents as they have adapted to eat scorpions and other venomous animals.
  • Grasshopper mice of the genus onychomys are found primarily in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
  • In the onychomys genus, grasshopper mice are nocturnal animals and spend most of their time foraging for food at night.
  • The grasshopper mice belonging to the onychomys genus are also known for their fierce and aggressive behavior when threatened or defending their territory.

Synonyms

  • Genus Onychomys
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