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mephitis macroura

 

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Noun mephitis macroura has 1 sense
  1. hooded skunk, Mephitis macroura - of Mexico and southernmost parts of southwestern United States
    --1 is a kind of skunk, polecat, wood pussy
    --1 is a member of Mephitis, genus Mephitis

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Mephitis macroura

Definition: Mephitis macroura, commonly known as the striped skunk, is a nocturnal mammal belonging to the family Mephitidae. It is native to North America and widely recognized for its distinct black and white striped pattern.

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  • Noun

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Sense 1 - Animal

Noun: The striped skunk, scientifically referred to as Mephitis macroura, is a small carnivorous mammal primarily found in North America.

Sample sentence: Mephitis macroura is known for its ability to release a strong, unpleasant odor when threatened.

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Sense 2 - Species

Noun: Mephitis macroura is the scientific name for the striped skunk species.

Sample sentence: Scientists conducted a study to analyze the behavior and habitat preferences of Mephitis macroura.

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Sense 3 - Taxonomy

Noun: Mephitis macroura falls within the Carnivora order and Mephitidae family.

Sample sentence: Taxonomists categorized Mephitis macroura as a member of the order Carnivora.

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