rock badger
The 'rock badger,' also known as the hyrax, is a small mammal native to Africa and the Middle East, with surprising genetic ties to elephants.
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Definition
B2Zoology
(technical)A small herbivore with a stout body and short limbs, found in rocky areas and closely related to elephants.
Example
- The rock badger, despite its appearance, shares a distant genetic relationship with elephants.
- Rock badgers are often seen basking in the sun on rocky outcrops.
B2General
(common)A small mammal resembling a rodent but related to elephants, living in Africa and the Middle East.
Example
- In South Africa, the rock badger is commonly referred to as a dassie.
- The rock badger can be found in various rocky terrains across its habitat.
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