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gerbillinae

/ˌdʒɜːr.bɪˈliː.niː/

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noun

/ˌdʒɜːr.bɪˈliː.niː/B2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое подсемейство мелких грызунов, широко известных как песчанки, обитающих в засушливых регионах Африки и Азии.

A taxonomic subfamily of small rodents, commonly known as gerbils, native to arid regions of Africa and Asia.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. B2formal

    A subfamily of small, long-tailed rodents known as gerbils, native to dry regions of Africa and Asia.

    ruПесчанки

    • Gerbillinae includes many species of gerbils kept as pets.
    • The Gerbillinae subfamily is known for its burrowing behavior.
    • Researchers study Gerbillinae to understand desert adaptation.