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Tamiasciurus

Tamiasciurus

9.9
A group of small red tree squirrels in North America, like the American red squirrel
  • noun
  • /ˌteɪmiˈæskjʊrəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The American red squirrel, a species in the genus Tamiasciurus, is common in northern forests.

Examples

  • Several Tamiasciurus species play crucial roles in forest ecosystems.

  • Researchers studied the behavior of Tamiasciurus during the winter months.

  • Look at that Tamiasciurus climbing the tree!

  • The Tamiasciurus family is known for its bushy tails.

  • The American red squirrel is one of the most recognizable species of Tamiasciurus found in North America.

  • In the forest, we often observe Tamiasciurus gathering nuts and storing them for winter.

  • The Tamiasciurus genus includes several species that are known for their vibrant fur and energetic behavior.

Compounds

Tamiasciurus douglasi
  • Specialized
9.9

A small squirrel that lives in pine forests of the western United States

Surface Forms

Tamiasciurus singular
Tamiasciuruses plural

Etymology

Tamiasciurus comes from two old words: tamias meaning 'one who stores' and sciurus meaning 'squirrel', the same root as the English word 'squirrel'. So the name is like a 'storing squirrel', which fits these red squirrels because they collect and hide food for the winter.