genus Hydromys

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Definition

Proper noun A taxonomic genus within the family Muridae, comprising the single extant species Hydromys chrysogaster, commonly known as the Australian water rat or rakali. It is a large, semi-aquatic rodent native to Australia and New Guinea.

Usage Notes
  • "Genus Hydromys" is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in biological and zoological contexts. It refers specifically to the classification group, not to the individual animal.
  • In formal writing, the genus name is always italicized. When used in a taxonomic hierarchy, it is often followed by the species name (e.g., ).
  • The common name for its member species is "water rat."
Examples
  • Scientific Context:
    • The semi-aquatic adaptations of genus Hydromys are remarkable.
    • Genus Hydromys is part of the subfamily Murinae.
    • Researchers are studying the phylogeny of genus Hydromys.
Advanced Usage
  • In Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to specify a level of biological classification.
    • Genus Hydromys falls under the family Muridae and the order Rodentia.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hydromys (n): The abbreviated, standard form of the genus name, used identically in scientific literature.
  • Water rat (n): The common name for animals within this genus, specifically .
  • Rakali (n): An indigenous Australian name for the Australian water rat.
Synonyms
  • (As a group) Water rat genus.
  • (For the common animal) Australian water rat, rakali, beaver rat.
Noun
  1. water rats

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