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California Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus beecheyi, the common California Ground Squirrel. They grow up to 11 inches with a bushy tail up to 9 inches and inhabit grasslands and savannah.
Hurdy Gurdy
A hurdy gurdy is a stringed instrument. A crank is turned, bowing strings to create a drone. Melodies are played by fingering a keyboard.
Portuguese Sweet Bread
Known as Pão Doce, Portuguese Sweet Bread is traditionally served at holiday dinners, such as Christmas and Easter. It makes good toast with raspberry jam.
A Lot Vs. Allot
A lot (meaning more than a few) is always two words. The phrase is often misspelled as alot. Allot is a verb that means to distribute by lot or shares.
Honda Interceptor
The Honda Interceptor was first introduced to the motorcycling world in the mid-1980s. It is one of the first mass-produced four cylinder V-shape street bikes.
A Major
A major has 3 sharps: G#, C#, and F#. The key contains the following chords: A maj, B min, C# min, D maj, E maj, F# min, G# diminished.
Giant Sequoia
Sequoia gigantea: the Sierra redwood known for its great size and stature. It is generally known as the oldest and largest of all living trees.
Martin Eden
Martin Eden, by Jack London, tells the tragic story of a young writer trying to impress Ruth, a young woman he loves, by becoming a successful author.
Amanita Muscaria
Amanita Muscaria, or Fly agaric, is a fungus distinctive for its bright red color and white markings. This mushroom can be toxic to humans if eaten raw.