numbat
/ˈnʌmbæt/Definitions
1. noun
A small, termite-eating marsupial native to Australia, characterized by a distinctive striped pattern on its back.
“The Australian zoo was home to a few numbat species that were rescued from the wild.”
2. noun
A type of Australian termite mound-dwelling mammal.
“The numbat’s unique ability to eat termites has made it a fascinating subject for researchers.”