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Animali - Roditore

Qui imparerai i nomi dei roditori in inglese come "cavia", "istrice" e "cincillà".

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capybara
capybara
[sostantivo]

a large rodent with thick legs and no tail that lives near bodies of water, found in South America

capibara

capibara

Ex: The capybara can swim well and often escapes danger in the water. 
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dassie rat
dassie rat
[sostantivo]

a small mammal species found in Africa and the Middle East, known for their rock-dwelling behavior, distinctive vocalizations, and close evolutionary relationship with elephants

dassie rat

dassie rat

Ex: A wildlife guide pointed out a dassie rat hiding between the rocks. 
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water vole
water vole
[sostantivo]

an amphibious rodent that lives in a hole near lakes or rivers and is native to Eurasia

arvicola d'acqua

arvicola d'acqua

Ex: The water vole feeds on plants growing around rivers and wetlands. 
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guinea pig
guinea pig
[sostantivo]

a small furry animal with rounded ears, short legs and no tail, which is often kept as a pet or for research

porcellino d'India

porcellino d'India

Ex: The guinea pig squeaked softly as it nibbled on a piece of lettuce in its cage. 
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gopher
gopher
[sostantivo]

a small rodent covered in fur that has large cheek pouches, mainly found in North and Central America

scoiattoli

scoiattoli

Ex: Wildlife experts studied the gopher population in the area. 
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marmot
marmot
[sostantivo]

a large ground rodent that is like a squirrel and eats vegetables, originally found in North America and Eurasia

marmotta

marmotta

Ex: The marmot sat on a rock and watched its surroundings carefully. 
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gerbil
gerbil
[sostantivo]

a small, desert rodent that looks like a mouse and is often kept as a pet

gerbillo

gerbillo

Ex: Gerbils are popular pets because they are small and active. 
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rat
rat
[sostantivo]

a long-tailed rodent resembling a large mouse, often regarded as a pest

ratto

ratto

Ex: The farmer set traps after finding signs of rats in the barn. 
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porcupine
porcupine
[sostantivo]

an animal with sharp needle-like parts on its body and tail, used for protection

porcospino

porcospino

Ex: Porcupines are primarily nocturnal animals, venturing out at night to forage for food and avoid predators. 
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chipmunk
chipmunk
[sostantivo]

a small ground rodent of the squirrel family with black and white stripes that is found in North America and Siberia

Chipmunk

Chipmunk

Ex: The chipmunk spends much of its time gathering and hiding food. 
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squirrel
squirrel
[sostantivo]

a furry animal with a thick tail that lives in trees and feeds on nuts and seeds

scoiattolo

scoiattolo

Ex: The squirrel climbed the tree to find some nuts. 
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lemming
lemming
[sostantivo]

a small furry rodent with a short tail that migrate in large numbers and could be found near the Arctic

lemming

lemming

Ex: Large numbers of lemmings can appear during periods of population growth. 
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chinchilla
chinchilla
[sostantivo]

a small South American rodent with grayish fur and rabbit-like ears

cincillà

cincillà

Ex: The chinchilla uses dust baths to keep its thick fur clean. 
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vole
vole
[sostantivo]

a small rodent with a stout body and a short hairy tail that could be found in meadows and uplands

arvicola

arvicola

Ex: Scientists study vole populations to understand changes in ecosystems. 
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coypu
coypu
[sostantivo]

a herbivorous semiaquatic rodent that is relatively large, originated in South America

coipu

coipu

Ex: Wildlife experts monitor coypu populations in wetland areas. 
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beaver
beaver
[sostantivo]

a semiaquatic rodent with a wide tail and strong teeth that builds dams across streams and is mainly found in the Northern hemisphere

castoro

castoro

Ex: Wildlife experts protect areas where beavers build their homes. 
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groundhog
groundhog
[sostantivo]

a furry rodent of the family of ground squirrels, also known as marmots, that is originated in North America

marmotta

marmotta

Ex: The groundhog is a type of large squirrel native to North America. 
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flying squirrel
flying squirrel
[sostantivo]

a small North American animal that is like a squirrel and can leap between trees by stretching the skin between its limbs

scoiattolo volante

scoiattolo volante

Ex: The flying squirrel uses its large eyes to see well at night. 
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mouse
mouse
[sostantivo]

a small animal that lives in fields or houses, and often has fur, a long furless thin tail, and a pointed nose

topo, sorcio

topo, sorcio

Ex: My mother screamed when she saw a tiny mouse hiding behind the bookshelf. 
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dormouse
dormouse
[sostantivo]

a small rodent with a furry tail that lives in trees and is known for spending long periods in hibernation

ghiro

ghiro

Ex: The dormouse has a furry tail and a small, round body. 
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pack rat
pack rat
[sostantivo]

any rodent that hoards food in its nest which has a bushy long tail, large ears and is native to North and Central America

ratto del branco

ratto del branco

Ex: Pack rats are found in parts of North and Central America. 
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water rat
water rat
[sostantivo]

an amphibious rodent that lives in a hole near lakes or rivers and is native to Australia

ratto d'acqua

ratto d'acqua

Ex: The water rat builds shelters near the edges of waterways. 
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prairie dog
prairie dog
[sostantivo]

a herbivorous rodent that lives in the ground, inhabiting the grasslands of North America

cane della prateria

cane della prateria

Ex: A colony of prairie dogs created a network of tunnels beneath the field. 
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hamster
hamster
[sostantivo]

a small animal of the rodent family, similar to a mouse, with a short tail and large cheeks for storing food

cricetinae

cricetinae

Ex: The hamster's fur is soft and fluffy to touch. 
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muskrat
muskrat
[sostantivo]

a mid-sized semiaquatic rodent covered with brown fur that has a strong odor

topo muschiato

topo muschiato

Ex: The muskrat has thick brown fur and a partly aquatic lifestyle. 
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mole rat
mole rat
[sostantivo]

a subterranean rodent with a cylindrical body, specialized dental structure, and unique behaviors for navigating and foraging in underground environments

talpa ratto

talpa ratto

Ex: Scientists are interested in how mole rats survive in low-oxygen environments. 
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kangaroo rat
kangaroo rat
[sostantivo]

a subterranean rodent with a cylindrical body, specialized dental structure, and unique behaviors for navigating and foraging in underground environments

ratto canguro

ratto canguro

Ex: The kangaroo rat moves by jumping on its powerful hind legs. 
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sand rat
sand rat
[sostantivo]

a species of rodent found in North Africa and the Middle East that is well-adapted to living in arid and sandy habitats

ratto di sabbia

ratto di sabbia

Ex: The sand rat can tolerate harsh conditions with little water. 
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black rat
black rat
[sostantivo]

a medium-sized rodent with a slender body, large ears, and a long tail, typically found in urban and rural areas

ratto nero

ratto nero

Ex: The black rat can live in both cities and rural environments. 
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cotton rat
cotton rat
[sostantivo]

a small to medium-sized rodent with a stocky body, short tail, and dense fur that is typically found in grasslands and shrublands

ratto di cotone

ratto di cotone

Ex: Wildlife experts monitor cotton rat populations in natural habitats. 
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eastern woodrat
eastern woodrat
[sostantivo]

a solitary, nocturnal rat species native to eastern and central North America known for its elaborate nests made of sticks and hoarding behavior

ratto della foresta orientale

ratto della foresta orientale

Ex: Wildlife experts monitor eastern woodrat populations in forests across North America. 
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jerboa rat
jerboa rat
[sostantivo]

a small, nocturnal rodent found in arid regions of Asia and Northern Africa, known for its unique long hind legs

ratto jerboa

ratto jerboa

Ex: The jerboa rat can jump long distances despite its small size. 
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zokor
zokor
[sostantivo]

a burrowing rodent species found in Asia, known for their cylindrical body shape, powerful digging claws, and underground lifestyle

zokor, roditore scavatore asiatico

zokor, roditore scavatore asiatico

Ex: Farmers sometimes notice zokors because of the tunnels they create. 
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xerus
xerus
[sostantivo]

a genus of ground squirrel found in Africa, known for their social behavior and adaptation to living in arid and semi-arid habitats

xerus, scoiattolo terrestre africano

xerus, scoiattolo terrestre africano

Ex: A group of xerus moved together across the open landscape. 
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ground squirrel
ground squirrel
[sostantivo]

a small to medium-sized rodent that burrows underground, hibernates during winter, and feeds on seeds, nuts, fruits, and vegetation

scoiattolo di terra, spermofilo

scoiattolo di terra, spermofilo

Ex: Researchers study ground squirrels to understand their hibernation habits. 
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Syrian hamster
Syrian hamster
[sostantivo]

a small nocturnal rodent that is commonly kept as a pet, known for its solitary nature and distinctive cheek pouches used for storing food

criceto siriano, hamster siriano

criceto siriano, hamster siriano

Ex: The Syrian hamster became active at night and explored its cage. 
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rock hyrax
rock hyrax
[sostantivo]

a small, thickset mammal native to Africa and the Middle East, known for its rock-dwelling habits and unique social structure

irace delle rocce, hyrax delle rocce

irace delle rocce, hyrax delle rocce

Ex: A group of rock hyraxes stayed close together on the mountainside. 
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red squirrel
red squirrel
[sostantivo]

a small mammal with a reddish-brown coat, tufted ears, and a long, bushy tail, known for its agility and arboreal lifestyle

scoiattolo rosso, piccolo mammifero con mantello rossiccio

scoiattolo rosso, piccolo mammifero con mantello rossiccio

Ex: The red squirrel spends most of its time searching for food in trees. 
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pika
pika
[sostantivo]

a small, herbivorous mammal characterized by its round body, short limbs, and short ears

pica, lepre delle rocce

pica, lepre delle rocce

Ex: A pika disappeared into a rocky shelter when it sensed danger. 
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grasshopper mouse
grasshopper mouse
[sostantivo]

a small carnivorous rodent known for its unique feeding habits, aggressive behavior, and adaptability to arid environments

topo cavalletta, topo carnivoro del deserto

topo cavalletta, topo carnivoro del deserto

Ex: The grasshopper mouse produces a loud call when defending its territory. 
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gundi
gundi
[sostantivo]

a small herbivorous mammal native to North Africa that is known for its distinctive appearance

gundi, piccolo mammifero erbivoro

gundi, piccolo mammifero erbivoro

Ex: A group of gundis moved between rocks in search of plants. 
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viscacha
viscacha
[sostantivo]

a small mammal with a plump body, long bushy tail, and large ears, native to the highlands of South America

viscaccia, viscacha

viscaccia, viscacha

Ex: A group of viscachas moved between rocks in search of plants. 
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pacarana
pacarana
[sostantivo]

a large, herbivorous rodent species found in the rainforests of South America, known for their stocky build, distinctive facial markings, and unusual behavior of caching food in their fur

pacarana, roditore erbivoro di grandi dimensioni delle foreste pluviali del Sud America

pacarana, roditore erbivoro di grandi dimensioni delle foreste pluviali del Sud America

Ex: A pacarana was photographed moving through dense rainforest vegetation. 
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cavy
cavy
[sostantivo]

a small, herbivorous rodent native to South America, often kept as a gentle and social pet

cavia, porcellino d'India

cavia, porcellino d'India

Ex: The cavy belongs to the same family of rodents as guinea pigs. 
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mara
mara
[sostantivo]

a large herbivorous rodent native to South America, resembling a small deer or a hare

mara, lepre della Patagonia

mara, lepre della Patagonia

Ex: A group of maras rested near their burrows during the afternoon. 
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agouti
agouti
[sostantivo]

a medium-sized rodent found in Central and South America known for its stocky body, short legs

aguti, roditore di medie dimensioni trovato in America Centrale e Meridionale

aguti, roditore di medie dimensioni trovato in America Centrale e Meridionale

Ex: A wildlife photographer captured an agouti feeding near a river in Brazil. 
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deer mouse
deer mouse
[sostantivo]

a small, nocturnal rodent found in North and Central America known for its distinctive coloring

topo cervo, peromyscus

topo cervo, peromyscus

Ex: A deer mouse stored seeds inside its nest for later use. 
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paca
paca
[sostantivo]

a large, nocturnal rodent native to Central and South America, known for its stocky build, dark fur

paca, roditore notturno originario dell'America Centrale e del Sud

paca, roditore notturno originario dell'America Centrale e del Sud

Ex: A camera trap recorded a paca moving through the forest at night. 
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tuco-tuco
tuco-tuco
[sostantivo]

a burrowing rodent species found in South America, known for their subterranean lifestyle, complex social structure, and unique vocalizations

tuco-tuco, roditore scavatore del Sud America

tuco-tuco, roditore scavatore del Sud America

Ex: Scientists have observed different social behaviors among tuco-tuco species. 
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moonrat
moonrat
[sostantivo]

a species of rodent native to Southeast Asia

moonrat, topo luna

moonrat, topo luna

Ex: A camera trap captured a moonrat moving through the forest floor. 
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jird
jird
[sostantivo]

a small rodent found in regions of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, known for their burrowing behavior, stocky bodies, and omnivorous diet

gerbillo, jird

gerbillo, jird

Ex: The jird spends much of its time underground to avoid extreme heat. 
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meriones
meriones
[sostantivo]

a genus of small rodent species in the gerbil subfamily, found in Asia and North Africa, known for their desert adaptations and importance as laboratory animals in biomedical research

meriones, genere di piccoli roditori della sottofamiglia dei gerbilli

meriones, genere di piccoli roditori della sottofamiglia dei gerbilli

Ex: The genus Meriones includes rodents that live in burrows in arid habitats. 
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vlei rat
vlei rat
[sostantivo]

a semi-aquatic rodent species found in southern Africa, known for their adaptations to wetland habitats and important ecological roles as seed dispersers and ecosystem engineers

ratto delle paludi, roditore semi-acquatico dell'Africa meridionale

ratto delle paludi, roditore semi-acquatico dell'Africa meridionale

Ex: Wildlife researchers observed vlei rats along the edges of a seasonal wetland. 
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oryzomys
oryzomys
[sostantivo]

a genus of small, semi-aquatic rats found in the Americas, associated with wetland habitats, known for their omnivorous diet and important role in ecosystems

oryzomys,  un genere di piccoli ratti semi-acquatici trovati nelle Americhe

oryzomys, un genere di piccoli ratti semi-acquatici trovati nelle Americhe

Ex: Scientists use Oryzomys species to study how rodents adapt to aquatic environments. 
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hutia
hutia
[sostantivo]

a group of large, herbivorous rodent species found in the Caribbean, known for their distinctive appearance and ecological roles as seed dispersers and ecosystem engineers

hutia, roditore dei Caraibi

hutia, roditore dei Caraibi

Ex: Conservationists are working to protect hutia populations from habitat loss. 
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spiny mouse
spiny mouse
[sostantivo]

a small, nocturnal rodent species found in Africa and the Middle East, known for their spiny fur and ability to survive in arid environments

topo spinoso, topo con spine

topo spinoso, topo con spine

Ex: A wildlife researcher photographed a spiny mouse near its shelter after sunset. 
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