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bandicoot

 

[หˆbรฆndษชkuหt ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

small marsupial

A bandicoot is a small marsupial native to Australia and New Guinea. They are known for their pointed snouts, long tails, and insectivorous diet. Bandicoots are nocturnal animals and are often found in forests or grasslands.

Synonyms

bilby, marsupial, quoll.

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Word Description / Examples
bandicoot

Typically used in a biological or zoological context to refer to a small marsupial native to Australia. It can also be used in animal conservation discussions.

  • The bandicoot is a nocturnal creature that forages for food in the underbrush.
  • Efforts to preserve bandicoot habitats are essential to their survival.
marsupial

A broader biological term used to refer to any member of the infraclass Marsupialia, which includes animals like kangaroos, koalas, bandicoots, and bilbies. Commonly used in educational contexts or scientific discussions.

  • Marsupials, like the kangaroo and the koala, are unique to Australia and nearby islands.
  • Studying marsupials can provide insight into evolutionary biology.
quoll

Specifically refers to a carnivorous marsupial native to Australia, used primarily in more specific discussions of Australian wildlife and conservation.

  • The quoll is a predator that plays an important role in the Australian ecosystem.
  • Efforts to conserve the quoll have increased due to its declining population.
bilby

Used in similar contexts to 'bandicoot', but refers specifically to a type of small nocturnal marsupial known for its long ears and burrowing habits. Often discussed in conservation campaigns in Australia.

  • The bilby is known for its distinctive long ears, which help it hear predators approaching.
  • Conservationists are working hard to protect the bilby from extinction.

Examples of usage

  • Last night, I saw a bandicoot rummaging through the bushes.
  • The bandicoot is a solitary animal, rarely seen during the day.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The name 'bandicoot' comes from the word 'pandi-kokku' used in Telugu, a language from India, meaning 'pig-rat'.
  • These creatures belong to the order Peramelemorphia, which highlights their unique evolutionary path as marsupials.

Ecology

  • Bandicoots play a crucial role in their ecosystem by digging into the ground, which helps aerate the soil.
  • They are primarily nocturnal, which means they are active during the night and rest during the day, reducing competition with other animals for resources.

Pop Culture

  • In the video game world, the character Crash Bandicoot became iconic in the 1990s, showcasing the playful nature of this animal.
  • The bandicoot gained popularity in various animated series and cartoons, often depicted as a quirky and adventurous creature.

Conservation

  • Several bandicoot species are currently endangered due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species like cats and foxes.
  • Conservation efforts are underway in Australia to protect bandicoots, involving habitat restoration and breeding programs.

Physiology

  • Bandicoots have a unique feature: they can only use their front legs for digging, while their hind legs are specialized for powerful jumps.
  • They have a pouch similar to kangaroos, which keeps their young safe while they explore and forage for food.

Translations

Translations of the word "bandicoot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bandicoot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅˆเค‚เคกเคฟเค•เฅ‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bandicoot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bandicoot

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะฝะดะธะบัƒั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bandikuta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒณใƒ‡ใ‚ฃใ‚ฏใƒผใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bandicoot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bandicoot

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bandicoot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ˜๋””์ฟณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงู†ุฏูƒูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bandikut

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bandikut

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ข‹็‹ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bandikut

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bandรญkรบta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะดะธะบัƒั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ™แƒฃแƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bandikut

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bandicoot

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,666, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.