Coturnix communis

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The typical Old World quail: A small, migratory game bird species native to Europe, Asia, and Africa, known for its cryptic plumage and being hunted for sport and food.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Coturnix communis is known for its long migratory flights.
    • Farmers sometimes raise Coturnix communis for their eggs and meat.
Advanced Usage
  • In Scientific Context: The term is the former scientific name for what is now more commonly classified as , the Common Quail. It is used in historical ornithological texts.
    • The specimen was originally identified as Coturnix communis in the 19th-century catalog.
Variants and Related Words
  • Common Quail (n): The modern common name for .
    • The common quail is a popular game bird across its range.
  • Coturnix (n): The genus to which this and other quail species belong.
    • Several Coturnix species are found throughout the Old World.
Synonyms
  • Common Quail: The standard English name for the species.
  • European Quail: A name emphasizing its geographic range.
Related Phrases
  • Quail call: The distinctive vocalization of the bird.
    • Hunters use a device to mimic the quail call.
  • Quail hunting: The activity of pursuing these birds.
    • Quail hunting is a regulated seasonal activity in many countries.
Noun
  1. the typical Old World quail

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