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Ortalis

Ortalis

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A group of medium-sized forest birds like turkeys that live in Central and South America
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Ortalis
  • The genus Ortalis includes several species of chachalacas found in Central America.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the diet of Ortalis to better understand its role in seed dispersal.

  • The Ortalis birds are recognized for their noisy calls at dawn.

  • Most species within the genus Ortalis inhabit dense tropical forests.

  • The Ortalis is known for its loud calls.

  • Many species of Ortalis inhabit tropical forests.

  • Birdwatchers often seek to spot the Ortalis due to its unique and vibrant plumage.

  • The Ortalis can be identified by its distinctive behaviors and calls in the wild.

Surface Forms

Ortalis singular
Ortalises plural

Etymology

Ortalis probably comes from an old Greek word ortalis that meant 'a game bird' or 'partridge'. So scientists used Ortalis as the name for a group of chachalacas, which fits because they are wild, noisy forest birds.