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Cacicus

Cacicus

9.9
A group of tropical American orioles with bright feathers that build hanging nests together
  • noun
  • /ˈkæ.kɪ.kəs/
  • Specialized
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  • Scientists observed a Cacicus colony constructing elaborate hanging nests in the rainforest canopy.

Examples

  • The vibrant yellow and black feathers distinguish the Cacicus species from other orioles in the region.

  • Did you see the Cacicus nesting in the tree?

  • Several new behaviors have been documented within the genus Cacicus during recent field studies.

  • The Cacicus is known for its vibrant yellow and black feathers.

  • Scientists observed a Cacicus colony constructing elaborate hanging nests in the rainforest canopy.

  • The vibrant yellow and black feathers distinguish the Cacicus species from other orioles in the region.

  • Several new behaviors have been documented within the genus Cacicus during recent field studies.

Synonyms

genus Cacicus
vsCacicus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of tropical American birds like orioles with bright feathers that live together and build hanging woven nests

is the shorter name without the rank word

Compounds

genus Cacicus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of tropical American birds like orioles with bright feathers that live together and build hanging woven nests

Surface Forms

Cacicus singular
Cacici plural

Etymology

Cacicus comes from the Native American word cacique, used by Spanish explorers to mean 'chief'. People thought these bright, noisy birds stood out like a village leader, so the genus was given that name.