dipodomys ordi

Thân thiện

A small Dipodomys ordi gathers seeds in the desert at dusk.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of kangaroo rat: Dipodomys ordi is the most widely distributed species of kangaroo rat, primarily found in the plains and mountain areas of the central and western United States. It is a small, bipedal rodent known for its long hind legs and tail, and its ability to survive in arid environments.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The biologist studied the burrowing habits of Dipodomys ordi.
  • Dipodomys ordi is well-adapted to desert life, requiring very little water.

Advanced Usage

• Scientific Classification: The term is used in zoological and ecological contexts to specify this particular species within the genus .
  • The research paper compared the foraging behavior of Dipodomys ordi to that of Dipodomys spectabilis.

Variants and Related Words

• Kangaroo rat (common name): The general common name for rodents in the genus .
  • Kangaroo rats, like Dipodomys ordi, are known for their saltatory locomotion.
• Ord's kangaroo rat: An alternative common name specifically for .
  • Ord's kangaroo rat is named after the naturalist George Ord.

Synonyms

• Ord's kangaroo rat: The most direct synonym, using the common name.
  • The conservation status of Ord's kangaroo rat is currently stable.

Học thuật

Noun

1. most widely distributed kangaroo rat: plains and mountain areas of central and western United States

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Ord kangaroo rat
• Dipodomys ordi