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hystricomorpha

/ˌhɪs.trɪ.kɔːˈmɔːr.fə/

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noun

/ˌhɪs.trɪ.kɔːˈmɔːr.fə/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономический отряд грызунов, включающий дикобразов, морских свинок, шиншилл и родственные виды.

A taxonomic order of rodents that includes porcupines, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and related species.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Rodent suborderC2formalscientific

    A suborder of rodents that includes porcupines, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and related species, characterized by a unique jaw structure.

    ruПодотряд грызунов

    • The Hystricomorpha suborder is known for its diverse range of South American rodents.
    • Guinea pigs and chinchillas are both members of the Hystricomorpha group.
    • Scientists study the evolutionary history of Hystricomorpha to understand rodent diversification.
Forms
  • hystricomorphs plural form
  • hystricomorphs' possessive plural form
  • hystricomorpha's possessive singular form