fulica

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fulica

A fulica swims among the reeds in a quiet pond.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A genus of birds in the rail family, Rallidae, commonly known as coots: "Fulica" is the scientific genus name for a group of aquatic birds characterized by their dark plumage, white frontal shield on the forehead, and lobed toes.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The biologist identified the bird as a member of the genus Fulica.
    • Fulica americana, the American coot, is a common sight on lakes and marshes.
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific taxonomy: The term is used in binomial nomenclature to classify species within this genus.
    • The study compared the behavior of Fulica atra (the Eurasian coot) with other waterfowl.
Variants and Related Words
  • Coot (n): The common name for birds of the genus .
    • We saw a flock of coots, or Fulica, near the shore.
Synonyms
  • Coot: The common English name for birds of this genus.
  • Mud hen: A colloquial term for the American coot ().
fulica

A fulica swims among the reeds in a quiet pond.

Noun
  1. coots