padda
Definition
Noun 1. A genus of Ploceidae: Padda is a genus of small passerine birds within the family Ploceidae, commonly known as munias or mannikins. The genus is native to southern Asia and is characterized by its stout bills and often striking plumage patterns.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Java sparrow, Padda oryzivora, is a well-known member of the genus Padda.
- Ornithologists study the behavior of birds in the genus Padda.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific classification: The term is used in binomial nomenclature to classify specific bird species.
- The species was reclassified into the genus Padda.
Variants and Related Words
- Padda oryzivora (n): The Java sparrow, a specific species within the genus .
- Munia (n): A common name for many birds in the genera and .
- Mannikin (n): Another common name for small seed-eating birds, including some in genus .
Synonyms
- Genus Padda: The formal taxonomic name.
Notes
- This is a specialized term used primarily in ornithology and scientific contexts. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
Noun
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a genus of Ploceidae
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