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bettongia

/bɛˈtɒŋ.ɡi.ə/

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noun

/bɛˈtɒŋ.ɡi.ə/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее род мелких, похожих на крыс сумчатых, известных как беттонги, которые являются эндемиками Австралии и также называются тушканчиковыми кенгуру.

A noun referring to a genus of small, rat-like marsupials known as bettongs, which are native to Australia and are also called jerboa kangaroos.

proper noun

  1. Jerboa kangarooC2formalaustralian

    A small, nocturnal marsupial native to Australia, belonging to the genus Bettongia, known for its hopping movement and long tail.

    ruКенгуру-джербоа

    • The bettongia is often referred to as a jerboa kangaroo due to its hopping gait.
    • Researchers observed the bettongia foraging for fungi in the forest.
    • The bettongia's long tail helps it balance while hopping.

    Synonymsbettong