genus Bubulcus
Definition
Noun: 1. A taxonomic genus of birds: A small biological genus within the heron family, Ardeidae, containing certain species of white egrets.
Usage
- The genus is distinguished from other egret genera by specific morphological and behavioral traits.
- Ornithologists have debated the placement of the cattle egret within the genus .
Advanced Usage
- In scientific taxonomy: The name is always italicized. When used with a specific species name (e.g., ), the genus name is capitalized.
- In phylogenetic discussions: The genus is often discussed in relation to its monotypic status or its close relationship to other heron genera.
Variants and Related Words
- Bubulcus (n): The standard form of the genus name.
- Cattle Egret (n): The common name for the most widespread species, .
- Eastern Cattle Egret (n): The common name for the species .
Synonyms
- (There are no direct common-language synonyms for a precise scientific genus name. In informal contexts, it might be referred to as) the cattle egret genus.
Related Terms
- Ardeidae (n): The heron family, to which this genus belongs.
- Egret (n): A common name for various white herons, including those in genus .
- Taxon (n): A general term for a taxonomic group (like a genus).
Noun
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small white egrets
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