centropus
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of birds in the family Cuculidae: Centropus is the scientific name for a genus of birds commonly known as coucals. These are large, terrestrial cuckoos found in Africa, Asia, and Australasia.
Usage
- species are often distinguished by their robust bodies, long tails, and strong feet.
- The pheasant coucal () is a well-known member of this genus.
- Ornithologists study the behavior and habitat of the .
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic classification, sits within the order Cuculiformes. Unlike many cuckoos, most species are not brood parasites; they build their own nests and raise their young.
Variants and Related Words
- Coucal (n): The common name for birds belonging to the genus .
- The greater coucal is often seen foraging on the ground.
- Centropodidae (n): Some taxonomic systems elevate the coucals to their own family, Centropodidae, separate from other cuckoos (Cuculidae).
Synonyms
- Coucal: This is the direct English common name equivalent for birds of the genus .
Noun
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a genus of Cuculidae
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