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Stictomys

Stictomys

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A large spotted rodent that lives in mountain forests of Central and South America
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Unlike lowland pacas, the Stictomys prefers cooler, mountainous habitats.

Examples

  • The Stictomys is known for its distinctive spotted fur and nocturnal habits.

  • Researchers discovered a new population of Stictomys in the Andean highlands.

  • The Stictomys is known for its unique appearance.

  • Researchers have studied the Stictomys in detail.

  • Researchers discovered a new population of Stictomys in the Andean highlands.

  • The Stictomys is known for its distinctive spotted fur and nocturnal habits.

  • Unlike lowland pacas, the Stictomys prefers cooler, mountainous habitats.

Surface Forms

Stictomys singular
Stictomyses plural

Etymology

The word Stictomys comes from Greek parts stiktos meaning 'spotted' and mys meaning 'mouse', so it literally means 'spotted mouse' and is a fitting name for a group of mountain pacas, a kind of rodent with spotted fur.