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greater pichiciego

 

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Noun greater pichiciego has 1 sense
  1. greater pichiciego, Burmeisteria retusa - of southern South America
    --1 is a kind of armadillo
    --1 is a member of Burmeisteria, genus Burmeisteria

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Greater Pichiciego

Description:

Greater Pichiciego refers to a species of armadillo scientifically known as Zaedyus pichiy, which is found in South America. Also commonly known as the "large hairy armadillo," it is recognized for its burrowing habits and unique physical characteristics. This term may also be used to describe any other similar species belonging to the genus Zaedyus.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The greater pichiciego is native to the grasslands of Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

2. The scientist studied the behavior and habitat of the greater pichiciego in its natural environment.

3. A greater pichiciego can weigh up to 5 kilograms and measure about 40 centimeters long.

As an adjective:

1. The greater pichiciego species exhibits unique adaptations for digging and burrowing.

2. We observed a group of greater pichiciego armadillos displaying their distinct climbing abilities.

3. The greater pichiciego population in the region has been steadily declining due to habitat loss.

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