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Term: Notoryctidae

Description:

Notoryctidae is a family of marsupials known as marsupial moles. They are native to the deserts of Australia and are characterized by their subterranean lifestyle and unique adaptations for digging. Marsupial moles have streamlined bodies, powerful forelimbs, and a backward-facing pouch, which they use to store their young during their development.

Sample sentences:

Noun:

• The Notoryctidae is a small family consisting of just two species.
• Marsupial moles belong to the family Notoryctidae.

Adjective:

• The notoryctidae species are adapted for life underground.
• Notoryctidae characteristics include specialized claws for digging.

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