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Eutamias

Eutamias

9.9
A group of chipmunk species that live in western North America and Asia
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  • The Siberian chipmunk belongs to the genus Eutamias and is native to northern Asia.

Examples

  • Eutamias chipmunks are recognized for their distinct stripes and burrowing behavior.

  • Scientists studied the habitat adaptation of various Eutamias species in different regions.

  • Look at that Eutamias!

  • The Eutamias species are known for their distinctive stripes.

  • Eutamias chipmunks are found in various habitats across western America and Asia.

  • Researchers have described many characteristics of the Eutamias genus, particularly its striped fur.

  • The Eutamias species thrive in forested areas, where they build intricate burrows.

Synonyms

genus Eutamias
vsEutamias
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of chipmunks that live in western America and Asia

is the same meaning but without the explicit taxonomic label

Compounds

genus Eutamias
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of chipmunks that live in western America and Asia

Surface Forms

Eutamias singular
Eutamiases plural

Etymology

Eutamias comes from Greek parts eu- meaning 'good' or 'true' and tamias meaning 'storekeeper' or 'treasurer'. So the name fits chipmunks, which act like little 'storekeepers' by hiding and saving food in their burrows.