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Abrocoma

Abrocoma

9.9
A small furry South American animal like a chinchilla that lives on rocky slopes
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Scientists recently discovered a new species within the genus Abrocoma.

Examples

  • The Abrocoma is native to the rocky slopes of the Andes Mountains.

  • Due to their soft fur, some Abrocoma species face threats from trapping.

  • The Abrocoma is a fascinating rodent native to South America.

  • Did you know that the Abrocoma resembles a chinchilla?

  • The Abrocoma is known for its distinctive appearance resembling a chinchilla.

  • Researchers studying the Abrocoma are focused on its habitat in the Andes.

  • An Abrocoma typically weighs between 300 to 700 grams.

Synonyms

chinchilla rat
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9.1

A small animal like a rat with soft thick fur and big ears that lives in the Andes

is the scientific genus name for that group of South American rodents

Surface Forms

Abrocoma singular
Abrocomas plural

Etymology

Abrocoma comes from two Greek words, abros 'delicate' and komē 'hair'. So it means 'soft-haired', which fits these South American rodents that are known for their soft fur.