Skip to main content
Glite Dictionary
Phasianus

Phasianus

9.9
A group of pheasant species, including the common pheasant
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Phasianus
  • The genus Phasianus includes some of the most widely recognized pheasant species.

Examples

  • The common pheasant, classified as Phasianus colchicus, has adapted to a range of habitats.

  • The genus Phasianus includes several species of pheasants.

  • Scientists conducted a study on several Phasianus populations across Europe.

  • In the wild, Phasianus species are known for their vibrant plumage.

  • The common pheasant, classified as Phasianus colchicus, has adapted to a range of habitats.

  • Scientists conducted a study on several Phasianus populations across Europe.

  • The genus Phasianus includes some of the most widely recognized pheasant species.

Synonyms

genus Phasianus
vsPhasianus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds that includes typical pheasants like the common pheasant

is the same meaning but uses different wording

Compounds

genus Phasianus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds that includes typical pheasants like the common pheasant

Phasianus colchicus
  • Specialized
9.9

A large bird with bright feathers, a long tail, and a white ring on its neck often found in fields

Surface Forms

Phasianus main

Etymology

Phasianus comes from an old Greek name for birds from the river Phasis, so it means 'from Phasis'. This is the same root as the English word pheasant, which is why Phasianus is the scientific name for the group of common pheasants.