Definition

Noun: 1. A taxonomic genus of birds: "Genus Crotophaga" is the scientific name for a genus of birds in the cuckoo family (Cuculidae), commonly known as anis. These birds are characterized by their smooth, black plumage, long tails, and large, grooved beaks.

Usage

• Scientific Classification: The term is used primarily in biological and ornithological contexts to classify and refer to this specific group of birds.
  • The genus Crotophaga includes three species: the Smooth-billed Ani, the Groove-billed Ani, and the Greater Ani.
  • Researchers studied the cooperative breeding behavior within Genus Crotophaga.

Advanced Usage

• In binomial nomenclature: The genus name is always capitalized and italicized. When used with a species name (e.g., ), it forms the unique scientific name for an organism.
  • The specimen was identified as belonging to Crotophaga.

Variants and Related Words

• Ani (n): The common name for birds in the genus .
  • A flock of anis was foraging in the field.
• Cuculidae (n): The biological family to which this genus belongs.
  • The cuckoo family, Cuculidae, is diverse and includes roadrunners, coucals, and anis.

Synonyms

• Anis (n): (Common name) The group of birds comprising this genus.

Noun

1. ani