Definition

Noun: - A genus of Picidae: A taxonomic genus within the family Picidae, comprising certain large woodpeckers, most notably including the ivory-billed woodpecker.

Usage

• This term is used in scientific and ornithological contexts to classify a specific group of birds.
• It is typically used with a singular verb when referring to the genus as a single taxonomic unit.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• In binomial nomenclature: The genus name is capitalized and italicized when used in a scientific context. The species name follows, e.g., (the ivory-billed woodpecker).
• Phylogenetic discussions: Used when discussing evolutionary relationships, e.g., "Molecular data suggests genus Campephilus is closely related to genus ."

Variants and Related Words

• Campephilus (n): The standardized, non-italicized form used in general discussion, synonymous with "genus Campephilus."
• Picidae (n): The biological family to which this genus belongs, encompassing all woodpeckers.
• Ivory-billed woodpecker (n): A common name for , the most famous member of this genus.

Synonyms

• Campephilus (n): The taxonomic name itself serves as the primary synonym when used in a non-technical sense to refer to this group of birds.

Related Phrases

• Member of genus Campephilus: A phrase used to describe an individual species belonging to this taxonomic group.
  • The imperial woodpecker is another rare member of genus Campephilus.

Noun

1. a genus of Picidae