sorex (Meaning)
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sorex (n)
type genus of the family Soricidae: shrews
Synonyms & Antonyms of sorex
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sorex Sentence Examples
- The Sorex cinereus, commonly known as the masked shrew, is a tiny mammal found in North America.
- Sorex scansorius, also known as the Asian house shrew, is a widespread species found in forests and grasslands.
- The Sorex araneus, or common shrew, is a small, agile insectivore found throughout Europe and Asia.
- The Sorex minutus, or pygmy shrew, is the smallest mammal in Europe, weighing only a few grams.
- Sorex coronatus, the masked shrew, is known for its reddish-brown fur and distinctive facial markings.
- The Sorex palustris, or water shrew, is a semi-aquatic species that can swim and dive efficiently.
- Sorex vagrans, the vagrant shrew, is a widespread species found in various habitats, including forests, meadows, and deserts.
- The Sorex tenellus, or Yosemite shrew, is an endangered subspecies found in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
- Sorex pacificus, the Pacific shrew, is a species endemic to the Pacific Northwest of North America.
- Sorex leucogaster, the white-bellied shrew, has a distinctive white underbelly that contrasts with its dark dorsal fur.
FAQs About the word sorex
type genus of the family Soricidae: shrews
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The Sorex cinereus, commonly known as the masked shrew, is a tiny mammal found in North America.
Sorex scansorius, also known as the Asian house shrew, is a widespread species found in forests and grasslands.
The Sorex araneus, or common shrew, is a small, agile insectivore found throughout Europe and Asia.
The Sorex minutus, or pygmy shrew, is the smallest mammal in Europe, weighing only a few grams.
