genus Sayornis
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of birds in the family Tyrannidae: Genus Sayornis is a taxonomic category that includes a small group of New World flycatcher birds commonly known as phoebes.
Usage
- The Eastern Phoebe () is a well-known member of genus Sayornis.
- Ornithologists study the distinct call notes that characterize birds of the genus Sayornis.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific classification, genus Sayornis sits within the order Passeriformes. The name is always capitalized and italicized in formal taxonomic writing.
Variants and Related Words
- Sayornis (n): The singular form, used identically to the full term "genus Sayornis" in many contexts.
- Phoebe (n): The common name for birds belonging to this genus.
Synonyms
- Phoebe genus: A descriptive synonym referencing the common name of its members.
Noun
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phoebes
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