Piranga rubra
Definition
Noun: 1. A songbird species: Piranga rubra is the scientific name for a specific species of songbird, commonly known as the Summer Tanager. The male of this species is noted for its distinctive deep rose-red plumage, while the female is primarily yellow.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We were thrilled to spot a male Piranga rubra in the oak tree.
- The guide explained that the Piranga rubra is a neotropical migrant.
- Ornithologists study the feeding habits of Piranga rubra.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific or ornithological contexts: The term is used formally to specify the species without the ambiguity that can sometimes accompany common names, which may vary by region.
- The paper compared the vocalizations of Piranga rubra with those of Piranga olivacea.
Variants and Related Words
- Summer Tanager: The common English name for .
- Piranga: The genus name, which includes other tanager species like the Scarlet Tanager ().
Synonyms
- Summer Tanager: This is the direct and most frequently used synonym in non-scientific English.
Noun
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of middle and southern United States; male is deep rose-red the female mostly yellow
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