genus agelaius
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of birds in the family Icteridae: "Genus Agelaius" is a taxonomic classification for a specific group of New World blackbirds. The most common and well-known member of this genus is the red-winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus).
Usage
- The term "genus Agelaius" is used in scientific and ornithological contexts to refer to this specific taxonomic group. It is typically italicized in writing.
- Example:
Examples
- Noun:
- Ornithologists have studied the behavior of the genus Agelaius extensively.
- Several species within the genus Agelaius exhibit strong territoriality.
Advanced Usage
- In binomial nomenclature, the genus name is capitalized and italicized when combined with a species name.
- Agelaius phoeniceus is a familiar sight in wetlands.
Variants and Related Words
- Agelaius (n): The standardized, singular form of the genus name, used interchangeably with "genus Agelaius" in technical writing.
- Icterid (n): A member of the family Icteridae, which includes the genus .
- New World blackbird (n): A common name for birds in the family Icteridae, encompassing the genus .
Synonyms
- Red-winged blackbird genus: A descriptive synonym referencing its most famous member.
- Agelaius: The taxonomic name itself functions as a synonym in scientific discourse.
Related Terms (Conceptual)
- Taxon (n): A taxonomic group of any rank, such as a genus.
- Type species (n): The species that defines a genus. For , it is (the red-winged blackbird).
Noun
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red-winged blackbirds
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