pipile
Definition
Noun 1. A genus of birds: Pipile is a genus of large, crested birds belonging to the family Cracidae, commonly known as piping guans. These birds are native to tropical forests in Central and South America.
Usage Notes
- "Pipile" is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in ornithology (the study of birds) and zoology. It is not a word used in everyday conversation.
- As a genus name, it is always capitalized ().
- It is used to classify and refer to a specific group of related bird species.
Examples
- The Pipile is distinguished from other guans by its vocalizations and crest.
- Ornithologists are studying the habitat of the genus Pipile.
- Several species within Pipile are considered threatened.
Advanced Usage
- The genus name Pipile is often used in a binomial nomenclature format, followed by a specific species name (e.g., ).
Variants and Related Words
- Piping guan (n): The common name for birds of the genus .
- Cracid (n): A member of the family Cracidae, which includes guans, chachalacas, and curassows.
Synonyms
- Genus Pipile: The full taxonomic designation.
- Piping guans: The common name for the group.
Different Meanings
- This word has only one specific meaning as a proper noun referring to a genus of birds. It is not to be confused with the common word "pipe."
Noun
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genus of large crested guans (the piping guans)
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