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Lophophorus

Lophophorus

9.9
A large colorful mountain bird like a pheasant with bright feathers
  • noun
  • /ˌloʊfəˈfɔrəs/
  • Specialized
: Lophophorus
  • The Himalayas are home to several species of Lophophorus, prized for their iridescent plumage.

Examples

  • The male Lophophorus displays vibrant colors during the mating season.

  • Many birdwatchers travel to see the Lophophorus in its natural habitat.

  • Researchers observed a group of Lophophorus feeding at the edge of the forest.

  • The Lophophorus is known for its vibrant plumage.

  • Researchers observed a group of Lophophorus feeding at the edge of the forest.

  • The Himalayas are home to several species of Lophophorus, prized for their iridescent plumage.

  • Many birdwatchers travel to see the Lophophorus in its natural habitat.

Synonyms

genus Lophophorus
vsLophophorus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of brightly colored pheasants that live in the Himalayas

is the same but uses the name alone without the rank word

Compounds

genus Lophophorus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of brightly colored pheasants that live in the Himalayas

Surface Forms

Lophophorus singular
Lophophori plural

Etymology

Lophophorus comes from the Greek parts lophos, meaning 'crest', and -phorus, meaning 'bearing' or 'carrying'. So, it literally says 'crest-bearer', a clear image for these brightly crested Himalayan pheasants and explains why the name fits them.