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Grison vittatus

Definition:

Grison vittatus, also known as an Amazonian weasel, is a carnivorous mammal native to the rainforests of South America. It is a member of the genus Galictis and is closely related to the Tayra. Grison vittatus is characterized by its slender body, short legs, and a long, bushy tail. It has a dark brown coat with a distinctive white band stretching across its chest.

Sense 1:

Noun:

The grison vittatus is a small mammal found in the Amazon rainforest.

Sample Sentence:

I spotted a grison vittatus while hiking through the dense foliage of the Amazon rainforest.

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Sense 2:

Adjective:

The grison vittatus population is mostly concentrated in the Amazon region.

Sample Sentence:

The grison vittatus species is particularly adapted to life in the rainforest.

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