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water shrewnoun
any of several small semiaquatic shrews usually living near swift-flowing streams
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water shrewnoun
Any of the small insectivores of the genus Neomys in the Soricidae family. There are three species, the "Eurasian water shrew" (also known as European water shrew) Neomys fodiens, the "Mediterranean water shrew" Neomys anomalus and the "Transcaucasian water shrew" Neomys teres.
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water shrew
A water shrew is a type of small mammal that belongs to the shrew family. These creatures are known for their good swimming ability and they typically live near water bodies such as rivers or streams. They have adapted to this lifestyle by developing stiff hairs on their feet and tails to aid in swimming. They feed on aquatic insects, small fish and amphibians. There are several species of water shrew, which can be found in different regions across the world.
Webster Dictionary
Water shrew
any one of several species of shrews having fringed feet and capable of swimming actively. The two common European species (Crossopus fodiens, and C. ciliatus) are the best known. The most common American water shrew, or marsh shrew (Neosorex palustris), is rarely seen, owing to its nocturnal habits
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of water shrew in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of water shrew in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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