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Marmota
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Definition
: A genus of Sciuridae consisting of 14 species. They are shortlegged, burrowing rodents which hibernate in winter.
a genus of marmots or woodchucks: do not confuse with MARMOSETS see CALLITHRIX, a genus of monkey; IM; qualif permitted
Other names
Woodchucks; Woodchuck; Marmotas; Marmot; Marmots