genus oriolus
Definition
Noun 1. A taxonomic classification: Genus Oriolus is the type genus of the family Oriolidae. It serves as the standard reference for this family of birds, which includes the true orioles.
Usage
- The genus name is always capitalized and italicized in scientific writing.
- It is used in biological and ornithological contexts to classify and discuss a specific group of passerine birds.
Examples
- "The golden oriole, , is the most widespread species within genus Oriolus."
- "Taxonomic studies often compare new species to the type species of genus Oriolus."
- "Several colorful birds from Africa and Eurasia belong to genus Oriolus."
Advanced Usage
- In binomial nomenclature, an organism's scientific name consists of its genus (e.g., ) and its specific epithet (e.g., for the black-naped oriole, ).
Variants and Related Words
- Oriolidae (noun): The bird family for which is the type genus.
- Oriole (noun): The common name for birds within the genera (Old World) and (New World).
Synonyms
- Type genus of Oriolidae. (This is its defining characteristic, not a true synonym.)
Notes on Meaning
This term has a single, precise meaning in scientific taxonomy. It does not have idioms or phrasal verbs associated with it, as it is a fixed Latin scientific name.
Noun
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type genus of the Oriolidae
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