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ondatra

/ɒnˈdɑː.trə/

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noun

/ɒnˈdɑː.trə/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее род полуводных грызунов, широко известных как ондатры, которые являются коренными обитателями Северной Америки и известны своими привычками рыть норы и плавать.

A noun referring to a genus of semiaquatic rodents, commonly known as muskrats, which are native to North America and known for their burrowing and swimming habits.

proper noun

  1. MuskratC1formal

    A medium-sized semiaquatic rodent native to North America, known for its strong musky odor and valuable fur.

    ruОндатра

    • The Ondatra is commonly found in marshes and wetlands across Canada.
    • Trappers have hunted the Ondatra for its thick, waterproof fur for centuries.
    • An Ondatra builds its lodge using cattails and mud near the water's edge.

    Synonymsmuskratmusquash