genus riparia
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic genus of birds: "Genus Riparia" is the scientific name for a genus within the bird family Hirundinidae, which includes swallows and martins. This genus specifically comprises the sand martins (also known as bank swallows).
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The genus Riparia is characterized by its small, brown swallows that nest in burrows.
- Ornithologists studied the migration patterns of species within the genus Riparia.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used in formal biological classification to group closely related species.
- The family Hirundinidae includes the genera Hirundo, Delichon, and Riparia.
Variants and Related Words
- Riparia riparia (n): The binomial name for the sand martin or bank swallow, which is the type species for the genus.
- Riparia riparia is a common sight along riverbanks in the summer.
Synonyms
- Bank swallow genus: A common name reference for the genus.
- Sand martin genus: Another common name reference.
Noun
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a genus of Hirundinidae
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