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Blarina

Blarina

9.9
A fairly large short-tailed shrew from North America that is sometimes poisonous
  • noun
  • /bləˈraɪnə/
  • Specialized
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  • The short-tailed shrew belonging to the genus Blarina is common throughout eastern North America.

Examples

  • Unlike other shrews, Blarina species are known for their toxicity and robust build.

  • The Blarina is known for its burrowing habits.

  • Researchers observed several Blarina specimens in the wooded area near the river.

  • The short-tailed shrew belonging to the genus Blarina is common throughout eastern North America.

  • Did you see a Blarina in the garden?

  • Researchers observed several Blarina specimens in the wooded area near the river.

  • Unlike other shrews, Blarina species are known for their toxicity and robust build.

Compounds

Blarina brevicauda
  • Specialized
9.9

A small North American shrew with a tail shorter than half its body length

Surface Forms

Blarina singular
Blarinas plural

Etymology

Blarina is a scientific name given to a group of North American short-tailed shrews, animals known for their short tails, sturdy bodies, and for being slightly poisonous in some species. A helpful way to remember Blarina is to connect it to the familiar word shrew, because Blarina simply refers to this group of short-tailed shrews.