Multiple choice general knowledge

The squirrel gets its name from a combination of two Greek words - 'skia' and 'oura'. What do they mean?

  1. Tiny and furry

  2. Shadow and tail

  3. Nut and bushy

  4. Tiny and tail
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Explanation

Squirrel indeed comes from Greek skia (shadow) and oura (tail). This refers to the squirrel's habit of sitting with its bushy tail held up as if casting a shadow. The etymology is both accurate and delightfully descriptive.

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