water mouse
The term "water mouse" refers to certain rodents adapted to aquatic environments, mainly found in Australia and New Guinea.
Definition
C1Zoology
(technical)Any of several rodent species from the genus Hydromys, native to New Guinea and Australia, known for their strong hind legs and partially webbed toes.
Example
- The water mouse is adept at swimming due to its webbed toes.
C1Zoology
(technical)A specific semi-aquatic rodent, Xeromys myoides, inhabiting coastal wetlands and mangroves in Australia.
Example
- Xeromys myoides, commonly known as the water mouse, is found in mangrove ecosystems.
Similar
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