What is another word for Family Spalacidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli spˈalɐsˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
The Family Spalacidae is a group of rodents commonly known as mole rats. These small mammals are native to Africa and Asia and are known for their unique subterranean lifestyle. Members of this family are highly adapted to tunneling and have specialized physical characteristics, such as enlarged incisors and lack of external ears, to aid in their underground existence. Synonyms for the Family Spalacidae include mole rats, sand rats, blindmole rats, and bamboo rats, depending on the specific genus and species. While they may not be as well-known as more popular rodent species like mice or rats, the Family Spalacidae plays an important ecological role in their native ecosystems.
