genus sula
Definition
Noun: - A taxonomic category in biological classification: "Genus Sula" is the scientific name for a genus of seabirds within the family Sulidae. It serves as the type genus for this family, meaning it is the representative example upon which the family's classification is based. The genus includes species commonly known as boobies.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The genus Sula comprises several species of boobies, such as the Blue-footed Booby.
- Ornithologists study the morphology of the genus Sula to understand evolutionary relationships within Sulidae.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: Used in scientific literature to specify a particular group of closely related species.
- The fossil record provides insights into the ancient distribution of the genus Sula.
Variants and Related Words
- Sula (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, often used in more technical or informal scientific contexts.
- The researcher published a paper on the feeding ecology of Sula.
- Sulidae (n): The family name to which this genus belongs.
- The family Sulidae includes both the genus Sula and the genus Morus (gannets).
Synonyms
- Booby genus: A common name-based synonym referring to the same group of birds.
- Type genus of Sulidae: A descriptive synonym highlighting its taxonomic role.
Related Phrases
- Member of the genus Sula: A phrase used to indicate an organism's classification.
- The Red-footed Booby is a member of the genus Sula.
Noun
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type genus of the Sulidae
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