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ground squirrel

/ˈɡraʊnd ˌskwɪrəl/

Traducción: Mamífero roedor de tamaño pequeño o mediano, de la familia de los esciúridos, que habita en praderas, estepas o terrenos rocosos, y se caracteriza por erguirse sobre sus patas traseras para vigilar el entorno.

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/ˈɡraʊnd ˌskwɪrəl/B1formal
  • esMamífero roedor de tamaño pequeño o mediano, de la familia de los esciúridos, que habita en praderas, estepas o terrenos rocosos, y se caracteriza por erguirse sobre sus patas traseras para vigilar el entorno.

A small burrowing rodent of the squirrel family, typically found in open areas such as grasslands or rocky terrains, known for its habit of standing upright on its hind legs to survey its surroundings.

  1. Small burrowing rodentB1formal

    A small, burrowing rodent belonging to the squirrel family (Sciuridae), typically found in open areas like grasslands, deserts, and tundra.

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    • The ground squirrel emerged from its burrow to look for food.
    • We saw a ground squirrel standing on its hind legs, watching us.
    • Ground squirrels hibernate during the cold winter months.