crow pheasant
Definition
- Noun:
- A bird species: "crow pheasant" refers to a specific type of large, ground-dwelling bird, specifically the common coucal (Centropus sinensis) found in regions like India and China. It is known for its distinctive call and appearance, which is somewhat pheasant-like but with crow-like black plumage.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We heard the deep, resonant call of a crow pheasant from the dense thicket.
- The crow pheasant, with its glossy black feathers and long tail, is often seen foraging on the ground.
Advanced Usage
- As a subject in ornithology: The term is used in scientific and birdwatching contexts to identify the species.
- The study focused on the nesting habits of the crow pheasant in the Bengal region.
Variants and Related Words
- Coucal (n): The broader genus name for birds like the crow pheasant.
- The greater coucal is another name for the crow pheasant.
- Centropus sinensis (n): The scientific binomial name for the species.
Synonyms
- Common coucal: The most direct synonym.
- Greater coucal: Another common name for the same bird.
Related Phrases
- None commonly associated: This is a specific zoological name and is not typically used in idiomatic or phrasal verb constructions.
Noun
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common coucal of India and China
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