plains pocket gopher
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The term 'Plains' refers to the geographical region, 'pocket' describes the cheek pouches used for carrying food, and 'gopher' is derived from the French word 'gaufre' meaning 'honeycomb'.
مثال
- The Plains pocket gopher is an important species in the prairie ecosystem.
- Plains pocket gophers construct extensive tunnel networks underground.
- The Plains pocket gopher feeds on roots, tubers, and grasses.
ترکیبهای رایج
Tunnel systems Tunnel networks Prairie ecosystem
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- gopher of chiefly grasslands of central North America