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dasypus novemcinctus

 

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Noun dasypus novemcinctus has 1 sense
  1. peba, nine-banded armadillo, Texas armadillo, Dasypus novemcinctus - having nine hinged bands of bony plates; ranges from Texas to Paraguay
    --1 is a kind of armadillo
    --1 is a member of Dasypus, genus Dasypus

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dasypus novemcinctus

Description:

Dasypus novemcinctus, commonly known as the nine-banded armadillo, is a small mammal native to the Americas. It belongs to the family Dasypodidae and is characterized by its armored shell and unique burrowing behavior.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A species of armadillo found in the Americas.

Example sentence: The dasypus novemcinctus is known for its ability to roll into a ball when threatened.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to or characteristic of the nine-banded armadillo.

Example sentence: We encountered a dasypus novemcinctus burrow during our nature hike.

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