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cricetidae

/kraɪˈsiː.tɪ.diː/

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noun

/kraɪˈsiː.tɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое семейство преимущественно мелких грызунов Нового Света, включающее американских мышей, леммингов, полёвок и хомяков.

A taxonomic family of mostly small New World rodents, which includes New World mice, lemmings, voles, and hamsters.

proper noun

  1. Rodent familyC2formalscientific

    A family of mostly small New World rodents that includes New World mice, lemmings, voles, and hamsters.

    ruСемейство грызунов

    • The Cricetidae family is one of the most diverse groups of mammals.
    • Many species within Cricetidae are known for their burrowing habits.
    • Researchers study Cricetidae to understand rodent evolution.