mammal
/ˈmæməl/ noun B2- A vertebrate animal of the class Mammalia, characterized by being warm-blooded, having fur or hair and producing milk with which to feed their young.
- A vertebrate with three bones in the inner ear and one in the jaw.
Plural mammals
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In cities like London, these adaptable mammals have firmly established themselves, transforming from elusive woodland creatures into confident urban neighbors.
While rural foxes rely heavily on hunting small mammals and birds, city dwellers have become opportunistic omnivores and skilled scavengers.
As urbanization continues to expand globally, the successful integration of these mammals into British cities offers valuable insights into ecological adaptation.
They must systematically phase out exhibits featuring large, wide-ranging mammals, focusing instead on species that can genuinely thrive within the spatial limitations of an urban footprint.
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