Coccyzus

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A genus of birds in the family Cuculidae: "Coccyzus" is the scientific name for a genus of cuckoos, which are typically slender, long-tailed birds found in the Americas.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Coccyzus erythropthalmus, or Black-billed Cuckoo, is a member of this genus.
    • Ornithologists study the migration patterns of the Coccyzus.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss specific species of New World cuckoos.
    • The genus Coccyzus is distinguished from other cuckoo genera by its distinct tail morphology.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cuculidae (n): The bird family to which the genus Coccyzus belongs, encompassing all cuckoos, roadrunners, and anis.
  • Cuckoo (n): The common name for birds in the family Cuculidae, including those in the genus Coccyzus.
Synonyms
  • New World cuckoos: A descriptive, non-scientific term for birds of this genus.
  • Rain crows: A colloquial name sometimes used for certain Coccyzus species due to their calling behavior.
Related Phrases
  • Coccyzus species: A phrase used to refer to any bird within this genus.
    • Several Coccyzus species are known for their secretive behavior.
Related Idioms

(This is a scientific term, so it is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.)

Noun
  1. a genus of Cuculidae

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