Phasianus

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Definition

Noun: 1. A genus of birds: Phasianus is the type genus of the family Phasianidae, comprising the typical or common pheasants. These are large, long-tailed, often brightly colored game birds.

Usage
  • The ring-necked pheasant, a widely introduced game bird, belongs to the genus .
  • Ornithologists study the plumage variations within the genus .
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic classification, serves as the reference point for the broader pheasant family, Phasianidae.
  • The name is often used in scientific and zoological contexts to distinguish these typical pheasants from other related birds like partridges or grouse.
Variants and Related Words
  • Phasianidae (n): The biological family that includes pheasants, partridges, chickens, and quail.
  • Pheasant (n): The common name for birds in the genus and related genera.
Synonyms
  • (Common) Pheasant genus
Notes
  • is a Latin-derived scientific name used in biological taxonomy. It is always capitalized and often italicized in print.
Noun
  1. type genus of the Phasianidae: the typical pheasants

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