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Geothlypis

Geothlypis

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A group of small songbirds like the yellowthroat found in the Americas
  • noun
  • /ˈɡiːəθlɪpɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • The common yellowthroat, a member of the Geothlypis genus, is widespread across North America.

Examples

  • The common yellowthroat, a member of the Geothlypis genus, is widespread across North America.

  • Researchers studied migration patterns of several Geothlypis species in the spring.

  • Many species within the genus Geothlypis are recognized for their distinctive yellow throat patches.

  • The Geothlypis is known for its distinctive yellow throat.

  • Have you seen a Geothlypis in the park?

  • Many species within the genus Geothlypis are recognized for their distinctive yellow throat patches.

  • Researchers studied migration patterns of several Geothlypis species in the spring.

Surface Forms

Geothlypis singular
Geothlypises plural

Etymology

Geothlypis is a scientific name made from Greek parts geo- 'earth', the same root as geography, and thlypis 'small bird'. So the name pictures a little bird near the ground, which fits the yellowthroats that often stay low in bushes and grasses.