- Japanese red-backed vole (Myodes andersoni)word usually written using kana alone
- red-backed vole (any rodent of genus Myodes)
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This term refers specifically to a species of rodent known for its distinctive reddish back, typically found in Japan. It is often studied in the context of ecology and biodiversity.
Generated: This meaning is more general and encompasses all species within the Myodes genus, which are characterized by their red-brown fur and can be found in various habitats across the Northern Hemisphere.