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ericius (n.)

The Vulgate rendering of the Hebrew word qip/d, which in the Authorized Version is translated bittern, and in the Revised Version, porcupine.

ericius Sentence Examples

  1. The hedgehog, scientifically classified as ''Erinaceus europaeus'', is a small, spiny mammal native to Europe.
  2. Ericius, also known as the European hedgehog, has a distinctive appearance characterized by its sharp, spiky quills.
  3. Ericius is a nocturnal creature, spending the day sleeping in burrows or dense vegetation and emerging at night to forage for food.
  4. The diet of Erinaceus primarily consists of insects, worms, snails, and other small invertebrates.
  5. Ericius has a unique defense mechanism; when threatened, it rolls into a tight ball, exposing its sharp quills to deter predators.
  6. Erinaceus is an insectivore, playing a vital role in controlling populations of insects in its ecosystem.
  7. Ericius is a solitary animal, only coming together with other hedgehogs during the breeding season.
  8. Erinaceus typically gives birth to litters of 2-4 hoglets, which remain with their mother for several weeks before becoming independent.
  9. Ericius has a lifespan of 2-5 years in the wild, with some individuals living longer in captivity.
  10. Erinaceus faces various threats including habitat loss, fragmentation, and collisions with vehicles, making it a vulnerable species in many regions.

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The Vulgate rendering of the Hebrew word qip/d, which in the Authorized Version is translated bittern, and in the Revised Version, porcupine.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The hedgehog, scientifically classified as ''Erinaceus europaeus'', is a small, spiny mammal native to Europe.

Ericius, also known as the European hedgehog, has a distinctive appearance characterized by its sharp, spiky quills.

Ericius is a nocturnal creature, spending the day sleeping in burrows or dense vegetation and emerging at night to forage for food.

The diet of Erinaceus primarily consists of insects, worms, snails, and other small invertebrates.