Uria lomvia
Definition
Noun: * A species of seabird in the auk family, also known as the thick-billed murre. It is characterized by its black and white plumage, a thick, dark bill, and its ability to dive deep for fish.
Usage
- This term is a scientific name (binomial nomenclature) used in biology and ornithology to precisely identify this specific bird species. In general English, the common name "thick-billed murre" is more frequently used.
- It is typically used in formal, academic, or scientific contexts.
Examples
- The researchers were studying the breeding patterns of on the Arctic cliffs.
- can be distinguished from the common murre by its stouter, darker bill.
- Climate change is considered a significant threat to the population of .
Advanced Usage
- The name follows the standard binomial format: (the genus, which includes other murres) and (the specific epithet).
Variants and Related Words
- Thick-billed murre: The common English name for .
- Murre: The common name for birds in the genus .
- Auk: The common name for the family Alcidae, to which belongs.
Synonyms
- Thick-billed murre
Notes
- There are no idioms or phrasal verbs associated with this specific scientific term.
Noun
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a variety of murre
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