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tendrac

/ˈtɛn.dræk/

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noun

/ˈtɛn.dræk/formal
  • ruНебольшое, часто колючее насекомоядное млекопитающее, обитающее на Мадагаскаре, напоминающее ежа по внешнему виду и поведению.
  1. Small insectivorous mammalC2formal

    A small, often spiny insectivorous mammal native to Madagascar, resembling a hedgehog in appearance and behavior.

    ruТенрек

    • The tendrac is a nocturnal creature that feeds on insects.
    • Researchers discovered a new species of tendrac in the eastern forests of Madagascar.
    • Unlike hedgehogs, the tendrac has a more varied diet including small vertebrates.

    Synonymstenrec