hog-nosed badger
Definition
- Noun: A mammal () native to Southeast Asia, characterized by having a long, flexible snout resembling that of a pig. It is a species of badger known for its digging abilities and nocturnal habits.
Usage
- The hog-nosed badger uses its distinctive snout to root for insects and worms in the soil.
- Researchers are studying the habitat of the hog-nosed badger in the forests of Thailand.
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used in zoological and wildlife contexts to specifically identify this particular species of badger.
- It is sometimes referred to by its genus name, , in scientific literature.
Variants and Related Words
- Sand badger: A common alternative name for the hog-nosed badger.
- Arctonyx: The scientific genus name for the hog-nosed badger.
Synonyms
- Sand badger
- Arctonyx badger
Related Idioms or Phrases
No common idioms or phrases specifically use the term "hog-nosed badger."
Noun
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southeast Asian badger with a snout like a pig
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