Definition

Noun: - A genus of birds: "Genus Molothrus" is the scientific name for a genus of birds in the family Icteridae, commonly known as cowbirds.

Usage

• This term is used in scientific and ornithological contexts to classify a specific group of birds.
• It is typically used with a singular verb when referring to the genus as a taxonomic unit.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used to specify a rank above species and below family.
  • The family Icteridae includes the genus Molothrus and several other genera.

Variants and Related Words

• Molothrus (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, often used in technical writing.
  • The species Molothrus ater is widespread in North America.
• Cowbird (n): The common name for birds belonging to this genus.
  • The brown-headed cowbird is a well-known member of genus Molothrus.

Synonyms

• Cowbird genus: A descriptive synonym in non-scientific language.

Notes

• This is a specialized scientific term. In everyday language, the common name "cowbird" is used instead.

Noun

1. cowbirds