Campylorhynchus

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A group of small birds called wrens, including cactus wrens, living in Central and South America

noun
/ˌkæmpɪloʊˈrɪŋkəs/

Specialized

: Campylorhynchus

Cactus wrens, classified under Campylorhynchus, are well adapted to arid environments.

Examples

Ornithologists have studied Campylorhynchus species for their complex social structures.
The genus Campylorhynchus includes some of the largest wrens.
The Campylorhynchus is often seen in desert habitats.
Many species of Campylorhynchus thrive in arid regions.
Cactus wrens, classified under Campylorhynchus, are well adapted to arid environments.
Ornithologists have studied Campylorhynchus species for their complex social structures.
The genus Campylorhynchus includes some of the largest wrens.

Surface Forms

Campylorhynchus singular

Campylorhynchuses plural

Etymology

Campylorhynchus comes from Greek parts campylo- meaning 'bent' and -rhynchus meaning 'beak' or 'snout'. So it literally says 'bent beak', a useful image because the cactus wrens in this group have long, slightly curved bills that help them feed in dry places.