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black squirrel

/blæk ˈskwɪrəl/

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/blæk ˈskwɪrəl/B1informal
  • ruМеланистическая цветовая вариация восточной серой белки или лисьей белки, характеризующаяся чёрным мехом из-за генетической мутации. Обычно встречается в некоторых частях Северной Америки и Великобритании.

A melanistic color variant of the eastern gray squirrel or fox squirrel, characterized by black fur due to a genetic mutation. It is commonly found in parts of North America and the United Kingdom.

  1. A melanistic squirrelB1formal

    A squirrel with black fur due to a genetic mutation called melanism, which is common in certain populations of eastern gray squirrels and fox squirrels.

    ruЧёрная белка

    • We spotted a rare black squirrel in the park today.
    • Black squirrels are more common in some parts of Canada and the northern United States.
    • The black squirrel's dark coat helps it absorb heat in colder climates.