genus Pluvialis
Definition
Noun 1. A taxonomic genus of birds: "Genus Pluvialis" is the scientific name for a genus of wading birds in the family Charadriidae, commonly known as golden plovers.
Usage
- The study focused on the migratory patterns of species within genus Pluvialis.
- Genus Pluvialis is characterized by its birds' distinctive golden-speckled plumage during the breeding season.
Advanced Usage
- In ornithological classification, genus Pluvialis sits within the order Charadriiformes.
- The name Pluvialis is derived from Latin, relating to rain (), possibly referring to the birds' migration or habitat.
Variants and Related Words
- Pluvialis (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, often used in technical contexts.
- The researcher identified the specimen as Pluvialis apricaria.
- Golden plover (n): The common name for birds of this genus.
- The Pacific golden plover is a long-distance migrant.
Synonyms
- Golden plovers (common name)
Different Meanings
This term has a single, specific meaning in scientific (zoological/ornithological) classification. It does not have general English language meanings outside of taxonomy.
Noun
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golden plovers
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