prairie vole

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Noun prairie vole has 1 sense

prairie vole, Microtus ochrogaster - typical vole of the extended prairie region of central United States and southern Canada
--₁ is a kind of vole, field mouse
--₁ is a member of Microtus, genus Microtus

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Prairie Vole

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A small, burrowing rodent native to the grasslands of North America.

Usage: Popular

Definition

A prairie vole is a small mammal belonging to the rodent family and is indigenous to the grasslands of North America. They are known for their burrowing behaviors and play a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of prairie ecosystems.

Sample Sentences

The prairie vole is recognized for its distinctive behavior of forming monogamous partnerships.
Prairie voles build complex underground tunnel systems beneath the prairies.
Researchers study the territorial habits of prairie voles to gain insights into their social structure.

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