ani

Học thuật
Thân thiện
ani

A black ani perches on a branch in a tropical forest.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A black tropical American cuckoo: "Ani" refers to any of several tropical American birds of the cuckoo family (genus Crotophaga), known for their black plumage, long tails, and communal nesting behavior.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • We observed a smooth-billed ani foraging on the ground.
    • The groove-billed ani is common in open habitats from Texas to South America.
Advanced Usage
  • In ornithological context: The term is used specifically for birds in the genus , which are distinguished from other cuckoos by their social behavior and strong, slightly curved bills.
    • The study focused on the cooperative breeding habits of the ani.
Variants and Related Words
  • Crotophaga (n): The scientific genus name for anis.
  • Groove-billed ani (n): A specific species () with grooves on its upper bill.
  • Smooth-billed ani (n): A specific species () with a smooth upper bill.
Synonyms
  • Black cuckoo: A descriptive synonym emphasizing color and family.
  • Tickbird: A regional name sometimes used for these birds.
Related Phrases
  • Ani species: Used to refer to the different types within the genus.
    • Three ani species are found in the region.
ani

A black ani perches on a branch in a tropical forest.

Noun
  1. black tropical American cuckoo

Từ gần giống

Từ chứa "ani"

Từ có nhắc đến "ani"