Contopus
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of small tyrant flycatchers: "Contopus" is the scientific genus name for a group of small, insect-eating songbirds commonly known as pewees, found primarily in the Americas.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Eastern Wood-Pewee, a member of the genus Contopus, has a distinctive plaintive call.
- Birdwatchers can distinguish Contopus species by their upright posture and flycatching behavior.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific or ornithological contexts: The term "Contopus" is used formally to classify and discuss this specific genus within the family Tyrannidae.
- The study focused on the migratory patterns of several Contopus species.
Variants and Related Words
- Pewee (n): The common name for birds in the genus.
- We heard a pewee singing in the forest.
Synonyms
- Flycatcher: A broader common name for birds in the family Tyrannidae, which includes the genus .
- Tyrant flycatcher: The common name for the family (Tyrannidae) to which this genus belongs.
Notes
- "Contopus" is a specialized taxonomic term. In everyday language, the common names (e.g., pewee, wood-pewee) are used instead.
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