grey lemming

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grey lemming

A grey lemming nibbles on a tuft of grass in the tundra.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A small rodent of the genus Lemmus: The grey lemming is a specific type of Old World lemming, characterized by its greyish fur. It is a mammal belonging to the family Cricetidae and subfamily Arvicolinae.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The grey lemming is native to the tundra regions of northern Eurasia.
    • Researchers observed a population cycle in the grey lemming.
Advanced Usage
  • Scientific context: The term "grey lemming" is primarily used in zoological and ecological discussions to distinguish this species from other lemmings, such as the Norway lemming or the brown lemming.
    • The study focused on the impact of climate change on the grey lemming's habitat.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lemming (n): The general term for small rodents in the subfamily Arvicolinae, often known for their population fluctuations and migratory behavior.
    • The documentary showed a large group of lemmings migrating.
  • Old World lemming (n): A broader category that includes the grey lemming and other lemming species found in Eurasia.
Synonyms
  • Old World lemming: This is the direct synonym given in the reference context.
  • Tundra rodent: A descriptive synonym highlighting its habitat.
grey lemming

A grey lemming nibbles on a tuft of grass in the tundra.

Noun
  1. Old World lemming

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