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Scapanus

noun
Scap·​a·​nus | \ ˈskapənəs\

Definition of Scapanus

: a genus of insectivores (family Talpidae) comprising the common mole of the western U.S.

History and Etymology for Scapanus

New Latin, from Greek skapaneus digger; akin to Greek skaptein to dig

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