Regulus satrata
Definition
Noun 1. A small North American songbird: Regulus satrata is a specific scientific name referring to a species of very small, active songbird in the kinglet family, characterized by bright plumage. * Primary Meaning: The species commonly known as the "golden-crowned kinglet." It is noted for its distinctive, colorful crown patch.
Usage
- The term is used primarily in formal, scientific, ornithological, and academic contexts to precisely identify this specific bird species.
- In everyday language, the common name "golden-crowned kinglet" is almost always used instead.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The study compared the migratory patterns of Regulus satrata with those of its European relative.
- On the checklist, the bird was recorded by its binomial name, Regulus satrata.
- Descriptive Context:
- We observed a flock of Regulus satrata foraging in the fir trees.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Precision: The name follows binomial nomenclature (). is the genus for kinglets, and is the specific epithet for this species.
- Historical/Alternative Classification: Note that the currently accepted scientific name for the golden-crowned kinglet is . is an older or alternative spelling/synonym found in some historical texts.
Variants and Related Words
- Golden-crowned kinglet (n): The standard common English name for .
- Regulus (n): The genus name encompassing all kinglets.
- Kinglet (n): The common name for any bird in the genus .
Synonyms
- Golden-crowned kinglet
- (modern taxonomic spelling)
Notes
- This is a highly specific taxonomic term. It does not have idioms, phrasal verbs, or multiple everyday meanings.
- For general communication, "golden-crowned kinglet" is the appropriate term.
Noun
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American golden-crested kinglet
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