water opossum (Meaning)
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water opossum ()
See Yapock, and the Note under Opossum.
Synonyms & Antonyms of water opossum
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water opossum Sentence Examples
- The nocturnal water opossum is found in freshwater habitats in Central and South America.
- Unlike most other opossums, the water opossum is an excellent swimmer and diver.
- Water opossums have webbed feet and a rudder-like tail that aid in their aquatic movement.
- The water opossum's diet consists primarily of aquatic insects, fish, and small vertebrates.
- Female water opossums carry their young in a pouch on their abdomen.
- Water opossums are solitary animals except during mating season.
- Their fur is dark brown to black, and their undercoat is thick and woolly, providing insulation in the water.
- The water opossum is known for its distinctive "chittering" vocalizations.
- The water opossum is an important part of the aquatic ecosystem, helping to keep populations of certain species in balance.
- Climate change and habitat loss are threats to the water opossum's survival.
FAQs About the word water opossum
See Yapock, and the Note under Opossum.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The nocturnal water opossum is found in freshwater habitats in Central and South America.
Unlike most other opossums, the water opossum is an excellent swimmer and diver.
Water opossums have webbed feet and a rudder-like tail that aid in their aquatic movement.
The water opossum's diet consists primarily of aquatic insects, fish, and small vertebrates.
