american water shrew
Noun: * American water shrew: A small, semi-aquatic mammal (Sorex palustris) native to North America. It is a type of water shrew characterized by its dense, water-repellent fur, a long, pointed snout, and fringed hind feet that aid in swimming. It primarily inhabits the edges of clear, cold streams and feeds on aquatic insects and small invertebrates.
The term "American water shrew" is used specifically to identify this particular species within the broader category of shrews or water shrews. It is a formal zoological name. * The American water shrew is an excellent swimmer, often diving to search for food. * Researchers are studying the habitat preferences of the American water shrew.
- The name can be used in a taxonomic context to distinguish from other shrew species, such as the European water shrew.
- It may appear in ecological studies discussing riparian (riverbank) ecosystems and small mammalian predators.
- Water shrew: The general common name for shrews in the genus (Eurasia) and species like (North America) that have adapted to aquatic life.
- Sorex palustris: The binomial (scientific) name for the American water shrew.
- Northern water shrew: A less common alternative common name.
- (Scientific synonym)
The term "American water shrew" has only one specific meaning, referring to the animal species Sorex palustris. It is not used idiomatically or in other contexts.
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water shrew of North America
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