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Cracticus

Cracticus

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A group of Australian birds called butcherbirds
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Cracticus
  • The genus Cracticus includes several species of butcherbirds native to Australia.

Examples

  • The grey butcherbird, a member of Cracticus, is known for its melodious song and territorial behavior.

  • Ornithologists have debated the classification of Cracticus in relation to other members of the Cracticidae family.

  • The Cracticus is known for its melodious singing.

  • Look at that Cracticus perched on the branch!

  • The genus Cracticus includes several species of butcherbirds native to Australia.

  • The grey butcherbird, a member of Cracticus, is known for its melodious song and territorial behavior.

  • Ornithologists have debated the classification of Cracticus in relation to other members of the Cracticidae family.

Synonyms

genus Cracticus
vsCracticus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds from Australia and New Guinea called butcherbirds

is the common name for those Australian birds rather than the technical term

Compounds

genus Cracticus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds from Australia and New Guinea called butcherbirds

Surface Forms

Cracticus singular
Cracticus plural

Etymology

Cracticus comes from an old Greek word kraktikos meaning 'noisy' or 'harsh-sounding', which fits these Australian butcherbirds known for their loud, sharp calls. A helpful way to remember it is to think of the English word crack for a 'short, sharp sound', like the birds' calls.