Zapus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Zapodidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Zapus includes the northern jumping mouse and the southern jumping mouse, among other species of jumping mice.
- Zapus is a type genus of the family Zapodidae, which consists of jumping mice native to North America.
- In the genus Zapus, the tail is usually longer than the head and body combined.
- Zapus species are characterized by their distinctive jumping ability, using their powerful hind legs to propel themselves.
- The genus Zapus is closely related to the genus Napaeozapus, another type of jumping mouse found in North America.