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Pterocles

Pterocles

9.9
A group of sandgrouse birds that live in dry parts of Africa and Asia
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Pterocles includes several species adapted to arid environments in Africa and Asia.

Examples

  • The unique plumage patterns of Pterocles have intrigued ornithologists for decades.

  • Researchers observed that Pterocles sandgrouse often travel long distances in search of water.

  • The Pterocles is known for its unique plumage.

  • Did you spot the Pterocles during your birdwatching trip?

  • Researchers observed that Pterocles sandgrouse often travel long distances in search of water.

  • The genus Pterocles includes several species adapted to arid environments in Africa and Asia.

  • The unique plumage patterns of Pterocles have intrigued ornithologists for decades.

Compounds

Pterocles alchata
  • Specialized
9.9

A bird that lives in dry places in Europe and Africa with long middle tail feathers

Pterocles indicus
  • Specialized
9.9

A bird that lives in dry open places in India

Surface Forms

Pterocles singular
Pterocles plural

Etymology

Pterocles starts with the Greek root ptero- meaning 'wing' (as in pterodactyl) and ends with -cles, a part you can think of as 'fame' or 'splendid'. A helpful way to remember Pterocles is 'famous wings', which fits these sandgrouse that fly long distances and have noticeable feathers.