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musk ox

/ˈmʌsk ɒks/

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/ˈmʌsk ɒks/B2formal
  • ruКрупное, лохматое, копытное млекопитающее, обитающее в Арктике, известное своим густым мехом и сильным мускусным запахом, который выделяют самцы в брачный период.
  1. Arctic mammalB2formal

    A large, shaggy, hoofed mammal native to the Arctic, known for its thick coat and strong, musky odor emitted by males during mating season.

    ruАрктическое млекопитающее

    • The musk ox is well-adapted to survive in the harsh Arctic tundra.
    • Herds of musk oxen can be seen roaming in northern Canada and Greenland.
    • The thick undercoat of the musk ox, called qiviut, is highly prized for its warmth.