sciurine

Meanings

• noun

  A member of the family Sciuridae, which includes squirrels, marmots, and chipmunks.

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Variants

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serine , serines

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'skiouros' meaning shadowy or shady, possibly due to the squirrel's habit of hiding in the shade.

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Trivia

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1. Squirrels are the largest family of rodents, with over 280 species.

2. The largest squirrel species is the Indian giant squirrel, which can grow up to 3 feet long.

3. Squirrels have excellent memory skills and can remember the location of thousands of food caches.

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Related Concepts

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1. rodent: Sciurids are a type of rodent.

2. mammal: Sciurids are a type of mammal.

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Culture

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In many cultures, squirrels are considered symbols of fertility and abundance. In some folktales, they are depicted as clever and resourceful creatures.

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3. mnemonics
   

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