Fratercula corniculata
Definition
Noun A seabird of the auk family (Alcidae), also known as the horned puffin. It is characterized by its black and white plumage, brightly colored bill, and distinctive fleshy "horn" above each eye during the breeding season. It is native to the northern Pacific Ocean.
Usage
The term "Fratercula corniculata" is the scientific (Latin) name for the horned puffin. It is used primarily in formal, academic, or zoological contexts to precisely identify the species.
Examples
- The study focused on the breeding habits of .
- can be distinguished from the Atlantic puffin by the dark fleshy horn above its eye.
Advanced Usage
- In binomial nomenclature, is the genus name (shared with other puffin species), and is the specific epithet that uniquely identifies this species. The name is derived from Latin, meaning "horned" or "having small horns," referring to its eye ornamentation.
Variants and Related Words
- Horned puffin (n): The common English name for .
- Puffin (n): The common name for birds in the genus .
- Auk (n): The family (Alcidae) to which puffins belong.
Synonyms
- Horned puffin
Related Phrases
- Seabird colony: A group where often nests.
- Pelagic bird: A term describing its life spent primarily on the open ocean.
Noun
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northern Pacific puffin
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