/pæljʊˈdɪkəʊl/ (pahl-oo-DIK-uhl)

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of rodents in the family Muridae that are semi-aquatic and live in wetlands.

“The researchers studied the behavior of paludicole rodents in the marshy area.”

2. adjective

Relating to or inhabiting wetlands or marshy areas.

“The paludicole ecosystem is home to a variety of unique plant and animal species.”