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Gymnorhina

Gymnorhina

9.9
A bird like the Australian magpie that makes loud musical calls
  • noun
  • Australian
translation icon : Gymnorhina
  • The Australian magpie, a member of the genus Gymnorhina, is highly territorial during breeding season.

Examples

  • The Gymnorhina is best known for its melodious calls across the Australian countryside.

  • I spotted a Gymnorhina while walking in the nature reserve.

  • Researchers observed several species within the genus Gymnorhina during their bird survey.

  • The Gymnorhina is often seen in urban parks.

  • Researchers observed several species within the genus Gymnorhina during their bird survey.

  • The Australian magpie, a member of the genus Gymnorhina, is highly territorial during breeding season.

  • The Gymnorhina is best known for its melodious calls across the Australian countryside.

Compounds

Gymnorhina tibicen
  • Specialized
9.9

A black and white Australian bird about the size of a crow that sings and copies sounds

Surface Forms

Gymnorhina singular
Gymnorhinas plural

Etymology

Gymnorhina comes from ancient Greek parts gymno- meaning 'naked' and -rhina meaning 'nose', the same rhino part you see in rhinoceros. So the name means 'naked nose' and refers to the bird's bare skin around its beak, which helps you picture the Australian magpie.