cairina
Definition
Noun 1. A genus of Anatidae: Cairina is a genus of birds within the family Anatidae, which includes ducks, geese, and swans. This genus is most notably represented by a specific species of large, perching duck.
Usage
- The genus is a taxonomic classification used in scientific and ornithological contexts.
- It is typically used with italics or capitalization to denote its status as a genus name.
Examples
- The Muscovy duck belongs to the genus .
- is a small genus within the diverse waterfowl family Anatidae.
- Ornithologists study the characteristics that define the genus .
Advanced Usage
- The genus name is often followed by a specific epithet to name a species, such as (the Muscovy duck).
Variants and Related Words
- Anatidae (n): The biological family that includes the genus , along with other ducks, geese, and swans.
- Muscovy duck (n): The common name for , the most well-known species within this genus.
Synonyms
- Genus Cairina (scientific synonym)
Different Meanings
This word has a single, specific meaning as a scientific (zoological) taxonomic rank (a genus). It does not have common, everyday meanings outside of biological classification.
Noun
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a genus of Anatidae
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