genus pinicola
Definition
Noun: - A taxonomic genus of birds within the family Fringillidae: This genus traditionally contained a single species, the pine grosbeak (Pinicola enucleator), a large, stout finch found in northern coniferous forests. In modern taxonomy, this species is often placed within the genus Pinicola alone, making the genus monotypic.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The bird was classified under the genus Pinicola.
- Ornithologists studied the characteristics defining the genus Pinicola.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy, the term is used formally to group related species. While historically used for the pine grosbeak, recent phylogenetic studies have led to taxonomic revisions, sometimes merging this group with other genera.
Variants and Related Words
- Pinicola (n): The standard abbreviated form of the genus name.
- Pine grosbeak (n): The common name for the primary species () associated with this genus.
- Fringillidae (n): The bird family (finches) to which this genus belongs.
Synonyms
- Pinicola (Used interchangeably in taxonomic contexts)
Related Terms (Conceptual)
- Taxon (n): A general term for a taxonomic group, such as a genus.
- Monotypic genus (n): A genus that contains only one recognized species.
Noun
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a genus of Fringillidae
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