Neomys anomalus
Definition
- Noun:
- A species of semi-aquatic mammal: Neomys anomalus is the scientific name for a specific type of water shrew, a small, insectivorous mammal adapted to live near and in water.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biologist identified the small creature as Neomys anomalus.
- Unlike its relative, the Eurasian water shrew, Neomys anomalus has a slightly different skull structure.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The name is used in scientific literature to precisely identify this species within the genus .
- The study focused on the habitat preferences of Neomys anomalus.
Variants and Related Words
- Water shrew: The common name for mammals in the genus , including and .
- Neomys fodiens: The scientific name for the Eurasian (or common) water shrew, a closely related species.
Synonyms
- Miller's water shrew: A common English name for .
- Southern water shrew: Another common name used in some regions for this species.
Noun
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a type of water shrew
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