Glossopsitta versicolor
Noun 1. A species of parrot: A specific type of small to medium-sized, brightly colored parrot, characterized by its specialized brush-tipped tongue for feeding on nectar and pollen. * This definition identifies it as a member of the parrot family with distinct physical and dietary traits.
The term "glossopsitta versicolor" is a scientific binomial name used for precise biological classification. It is primarily used in academic, zoological, and ornithological contexts. * The researcher published a paper on the feeding habits of Glossopsitta versicolor. * In the aviary, the glossopsitta versicolor was housed with other nectarivorous birds.
- Taxonomic Context: The name follows the Linnaean system of binomial nomenclature, where is the genus and is the specific epithet. It is always written in italics, with the genus name capitalized.
- The genus Glossopsitta includes several lorikeet species, such as Glossopsitta pusilla and Glossopsitta versicolor.
- Varied Lorikeet: This is the common English name for .
- We spotted a flock of Varied Lorikeets (Glossopsitta versicolor) in the flowering tree.
- Lorikeet: The general common name for small, slender parrots with brush-tongues, belonging to several genera including , , and .
- Nectarivore: An animal that feeds primarily on nectar. is a nectarivore.
- Varied Lorikeet (common name)
The term "glossopsitta versicolor" has only one specific meaning as a biological species name. It does not have other general or figurative meanings.
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lorikeet with a colorful coat
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