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genus Geomys

genus Geomys

9.9
A group of North American pocket gophers
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒiːnəs ˈɡiːəˌmɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Geomys
  • The genus Geomys includes several species of pocket gophers found in North America.

Examples

  • The genus Geomys includes several species of pocket gophers.

  • Researchers observed a population shift among members of the genus Geomys due to habitat loss.

  • Fossil evidence suggests that the genus Geomys has existed for millions of years.

  • Did you know that genus Geomys is known for its burrowing habits?

  • The genus Geomys includes several species of pocket gophers found in North America.

  • Fossil evidence suggests that the genus Geomys has existed for millions of years.

  • Researchers observed a population shift among members of the genus Geomys due to habitat loss.

Synonyms

Geomys
vsgenus Geomys
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of burrowing rodents called pocket gophers that live in North America

is the type genus that defines the family rather than being any genus

Surface Forms

genus Geomys singular
genera Geomys plural

Morphology

genus + Geomys

This phrase is fully compositional: 'genus' (a biological rank) combined with the proper name 'Geomys' yields the meaning 'the genus called Geomys' which groups related species. This follows standard taxonomic naming patterns found across languages, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents would readily infer the MWE's meaning.

Etymology

Genus Geomys may come from two old Greek parts: geo meaning 'earth' and mys meaning 'mouse'. These are mouse-like pocket gophers that dig and live in the ground, so the name helps you remember them as 'earth mice'.