ondatra
Definition
- Noun:
- A semiaquatic rodent: Ondatra is the genus name for muskrats, medium-sized rodents adapted to aquatic environments.
- The animal itself: Informally, ondatra can refer to the muskrat animal (Ondatra zibethicus), known for its fur and burrowing habits.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biologist studied the behavior of the ondatra in its wetland habitat.
- Trapping of ondatra for its fur was once a common practice.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to specify the genus.
- The species was reclassified under the genus *Ondatra.
Variants and Related Words
- Muskrat (n): The common name for animals of the genus , specifically .
- Ondatra zibethicus (n): The full scientific name for the common muskrat.
Synonyms
- Muskrat: The most common synonym.
- Water rat: A general, non-scientific term sometimes used for similar aquatic rodents.
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muskrats
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