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Dolichotis

Dolichotis

9.9
A large South American animal like a rabbit with long legs for running
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Dolichotis
  • The Dolichotis is a large rodent native to the grasslands of South America.

Examples

  • Unlike most rodents, Dolichotis have long legs suited for running.

  • Zookeepers introduced a new pair of Dolichotis to the South American exhibit.

  • The Dolichotis is found throughout the grasslands of Argentina.

  • The Dolichotis is native to Argentina.

  • Many Dolichotises are found in grasslands.

  • Visitors were excited to see the Dolichotis at the zoo during their trip to Argentina.

  • In the wild, Dolichotis are known for their remarkable speed and agility.

Compounds

Dolichotis patagonum
  • Specialized
9.9

A large animal like a rabbit with long legs from the Pampas in Argentina that lives in pairs

Surface Forms

Dolichotis singular
Dolichotises plural

Etymology

Dolichotis comes from Greek parts dolich- 'long' and -otis 'ear', so it literally means 'long ear'. That's why the name fits the large South American rodent called the mara, an animal with long ears and long legs for running.