colaptes

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colaptes

A woodpecker of the genus Colaptes pecks at a tree trunk.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A genus of Picidae: "Colaptes" is a scientific genus name within the bird family Picidae, which includes woodpeckers. This term is used in biological taxonomy to classify a specific group of birds.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The ornithologist identified the bird as a member of the genus Colaptes.
    • Colaptes includes species like the Northern Flicker.
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific literature: The term is primarily used in zoological and ornithological contexts for precise classification.
    • The study focused on the foraging behavior of Colaptes auratus.
Variants and Related Words
  • Picidae (n): The biological family to which the genus belongs, commonly known as woodpeckers.
  • Flicker (n): A common name for birds in the genus , such as the Northern Flicker.
Synonyms
  • Woodpecker genus: A descriptive synonym referring to its taxonomic group.
  • Flicker genus: A common name-based synonym.
Related Phrases
  • Genus Colaptes: The full taxonomic designation, often used in formal writing.
    • The genus Colaptes is native to the Americas.
Related Idioms
  • : As a specialized scientific term, "Colaptes" is not used in idiomatic expressions.
colaptes

A woodpecker of the genus Colaptes pecks at a tree trunk.

Noun
  1. a genus of Picidae

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