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Dipodidae

Dipodidae

9.9
A family of small jumping rodents like jerboas in parts of Asia and Africa
  • noun
  • /ˌdaɪpəˈdɪdi/
  • Specialized
: Dipodidae
  • The Dipodidae family includes several species of jerboas.

Examples

  • Unlike other rodents, members of Dipodidae have highly specialized adaptations for jumping in arid environments.

  • The Dipodidae are known for their long hind legs, which help them leap great distances.

  • Researchers studying desert habitats often encounter various species belonging to the family Dipodidae.

  • Did you know that Dipodidae are found in deserts?

  • Researchers studying desert habitats often encounter various species belonging to the family Dipodidae.

  • The Dipodidae are known for their long hind legs, which help them leap great distances.

  • Unlike other rodents, members of Dipodidae have highly specialized adaptations for jumping in arid environments.

Synonyms

family Dipodidae
vsDipodidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small, long-legged rodents like jerboas that live in dry parts of Asia and Africa

focuses on their jumping ability rather than leg length

Compounds

family Dipodidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small, long-legged rodents like jerboas that live in dry parts of Asia and Africa

Surface Forms

Dipodidae singular
Dipodidae plural

Morphology

Dipodidae = dipod + idae

This is a scientific taxonomic name formed from a Greek combining form and the zoological family suffix '-idae'; the components are not standalone English words and the meaning is not derivable by an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Dipodidae comes from Greek parts di- meaning 'two', pod meaning 'foot', and -idae meaning 'family'. Think of a tripod which means 'three feet' to see the idea: Dipodidae are the 'two-foot family', named for their two large back feet that help them jump.