odobenus rosmarus
Definition
Noun: * A large marine mammal (Odobenus rosmarus) characterized by long tusks, whiskers, and a massive body, found in the northern Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. It is the only living species in its family (Odobenidae).
Usage
- This term is the scientific (Latin) name for the animal commonly known as the walrus.
- It is used primarily in formal, academic, or zoological contexts to specify the species with precision.
- The full binomial name is typically used. The first part () is the genus, and the second () is the specific epithet.
Examples
- The research paper focused on the migration patterns of .
- is well-adapted to life on sea ice.
- Scientists study to understand the health of Arctic ecosystems.
Advanced Usage
- The species is sometimes divided into subspecies, such as the Atlantic walrus () and the Pacific walrus ().
Variants and Related Words
- Walrus (n): The common English name for .
- Odobenidae (n): The biological family to which belongs, containing only this living species.
Synonyms
- Walrus
- Sea horse (archaic or poetic)
Related Phrases
- Walrus tusk: The long canine tooth of .
- Walrus haul-out: A site on land or ice where groups of rest.
Noun
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a walrus of northern Atlantic and Arctic waters
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