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genus jaculus

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun genus jaculus has 1 sense
  1. Jaculus, genus Jaculus - jerboas
    --1 is a kind of mammal genus
    --1 is a member of Dipodidae, family Dipodidae
    --1 has members: Jaculus jaculus

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Term: Genus Jaculus

Description:

The Genus Jaculus refers to a group of small rodents belonging to the family Dipodidae. They are also commonly known as "jumping mice." This genus is native to parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Their distinctive long hind limbs enable them to leap and hop efficiently, aiding in their locomotion.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 (Noun):

Genus Jaculus refers to the taxonomic classification of the group of jumping mice.

Example sentence:

The genus Jaculus includes several species, such as Jaculus jaculus and Jaculus blanfordi.

Sense 2 (Noun):

Genus Jaculus can also refer to a specific species within the genus.

Example sentence:

The Genus Jaculus blanfordi is found in the sandy deserts of Central Asia.

Sense 3 (Adjective):

In a general sense, the term Genus Jaculus can be used as an adjective to describe anything related to the jumping mice.

Example sentence:

The natural habitat of the Genus Jaculus includes arid regions with sparse vegetation.

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