sigmodon (Meaning)
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sigmodon (n)
American cotton rats
Synonyms & Antonyms of sigmodon
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sigmodon Sentence Examples
- Sigmodon hispidus, known as the hispid cotton rat, is a rodent species native to the southeastern United States.
- The sigmodon is a small, agile animal with a long tail and a reddish-brown coat.
- Sigmodon is a member of the family Cricetidae, which includes voles, lemmings, and hamsters.
- The hispid cotton rat is a nocturnal and herbivorous species, feeding primarily on seeds, fruits, and vegetation.
- Sigmodon hispidus is an important prey species for several predators, including owls, snakes, and coyotes.
- Sigmodon species are known carriers of hantavirus, which can cause a potentially fatal respiratory disease in humans.
- The sigmodon is a solitary animal, except during the breeding season, when males and females come together to mate.
- Sigmodon populations are affected by habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as competition with introduced species.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect sigmodon species and their habitats.
- Researchers study sigmodon as a model organism for understanding the ecology and behavior of small mammals.
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American cotton rats
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Sigmodon hispidus, known as the hispid cotton rat, is a rodent species native to the southeastern United States.
The sigmodon is a small, agile animal with a long tail and a reddish-brown coat.
Sigmodon is a member of the family Cricetidae, which includes voles, lemmings, and hamsters.
The hispid cotton rat is a nocturnal and herbivorous species, feeding primarily on seeds, fruits, and vegetation.
