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citellus parryi

 

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Noun citellus parryi has 1 sense
  1. Arctic ground squirrel, parka squirrel, Citellus parryi - large ground squirrel of the North American far north
    --1 is a kind of ground squirrel, gopher, spermophile

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Citellus parryi

Noun:

Citellus parryi, also known as Parry's ground squirrel, is a species of squirrel native to North America. These small rodents are characterized by their short to medium-length tail and sandy-brown fur. They inhabit grasslands and deserts, mainly in the western United States and northern Mexico.

Example sentence:

The Citellus parryi is often spotted scurrying across the arid plains of Arizona.

Adjective:

The term "citellus parryi" when used as an adjective, describes anything related to or characteristic of Parry's ground squirrel.

Example sentence:

We observed a group of citellus parryi burrows on our hike through the desert.

Local usage:

In some regions, especially areas where Citellus parryi is abundant, locals may refer to the squirrel using colloquial terms such as "desert chipmunk" or simply "Parry's squirrel."

Example sentence:

As we explored the national park, we were entertained by the playful antics of the desert chipmunks, locally known as Citellus parryi.

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