Lobipes lobatus
Definition
Noun * A specific species of bird, the Northern Phalarope (Phalaropus lobatus), known for breeding in Arctic regions and often forming large flocks far from land over the ocean.
Usage
- The term 'lobipes lobatus' is the scientific (Latin) name for the Northern Phalarope. It is used primarily in formal, academic, ornithological, and zoological contexts to precisely identify this species.
- In everyday language, the common name "Northern Phalarope" is used.
Examples
- Ornithologists observed a large migration of off the coast.
- The study focused on the feeding behavior of (formerly ).
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Note: The species was historically classified under the genus . Its current accepted scientific name is , though may still be encountered in older literature.
- The name is used in binomial nomenclature, where the first part () indicates the genus and the second part () specifies the species.
Variants and Related Words
- Northern Phalarope: The common English name for this bird.
- Phalaropus lobatus: The current, accepted scientific name.
- Phalarope: The common name for birds in the genus , which includes this and related species.
Synonyms
- Northern Phalarope
- Red-necked Phalarope (a common alternative name, though this can sometimes cause confusion with other species)
Noun
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breeds in Arctic regions of Old and New Worlds; large flocks often seen far out at sea
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