What is another word for american rodent?
Pronunciation: [ɐmˈɛɹɪkən ɹˈə͡ʊdənt] (IPA) 
There are a number of synonyms for the term "American rodent" which refers to rodents indigenous to North America. Some examples include: prairie dog, beaver, muskrat, and chipmunk. Prairie dogs are burrowing rodents found in grasslands and are known for their distinctive calls. Beavers are large semiaquatic rodents that build dams and lodges out of sticks and mud. Muskrats are also semiaquatic rodents that can be found in wetlands and near bodies of water. Finally, chipmunks are small, ground-dwelling rodents with distinctive stripes on their backs. All of these animals are fascinating in their own right, and play important roles in their respective ecosystems.
