Agapornis
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Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of small parrots: Agapornis is a genus of birds in the family Psittacidae, commonly known as lovebirds. They are characterized by their small size, short tail, and often brightly colored plumage.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Agapornis is native to the African continent.
- She specializes in breeding different species of Agapornis.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The word is used in scientific and ornithological writing to refer specifically to this genus.
- The study focused on the behavioral ecology of the genus Agapornis.
Variants and Related Words
- Lovebird: The common name for birds of the genus Agapornis.
- Lovebirds are popular pet birds.
- Psittacidae: The biological family to which this genus belongs.
- Parrots, macaws, and Agapornis are all members of Psittacidae.
Synonyms
- Lovebird (common name)
- Parrot genus (general descriptive term)
Related Phrases
- Genus Agapornis: The full taxonomic designation.
- The genus Agapornis includes nine species.
Noun
- a genus of Psittacidae