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fossorial mammal

 

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Noun fossorial mammal has 1 sense
  1. fossorial mammal - a burrowing mammal having limbs adapted for digging
    --1 is a kind of
    mammal
    --1 has particulars: naked mole rat; Damaraland mole rat

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Fossorial Mammal


Description

A fossorial mammal refers to a type of mammal that has adapted to living and burrowing underground. These mammals have specialized anatomical features that allow them to excavate and navigate through soil and underground tunnels with ease.


Senses and Usages

1. Noun: A burrowing mammal

Example: The mole is a common fossorial mammal found in many regions.

Related products: Mole Repellent

2. Adjective: Relating to burrowing mammals

Example: The researchers studied various fossorial mammal species for their research on subterranean ecosystems.


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