genus Aquila

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Definition

Noun: - A genus of Accipitridae: Genus Aquila is the scientific name for a specific group (a genus) of large birds of prey within the family Accipitridae. This genus primarily includes the true eagles, such as the golden eagle.

Usage Notes

This term is used exclusively in scientific and zoological contexts to classify and refer to this particular taxonomic group. It is not used in everyday conversation.

Examples
  • Noun:
    • The golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, belongs to the genus Aquila.
    • Ornithologists are studying the evolutionary history of genus Aquila.
Advanced Usage
  • In binomial nomenclature: The genus name is always capitalized and italicized. When combined with a specific epithet (e.g., ), it forms the scientific name for a species (e.g., ).
Variants and Related Words
  • Aquila (n): The abbreviated or more common form used to refer to the genus in technical writing. Example:
  • Aquiline (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of an eagle, especially the curved shape of an eagle's beak. Example:
Synonyms
  • True eagles: A common name for the group of eagles classified under this genus.
Related Terms (Scientific Context)
  • Accipitridae (n): The larger bird family that includes hawks, eagles, kites, and Old World vultures, to which belongs.
  • Taxon (n): A general term for a taxonomic group, such as a genus or species.
Noun
  1. a genus of Accipitridae

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