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genus Platalea

genus Platalea

9.6
A group of large wading birds with long legs and spoon-shaped bills
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Platalea
  • The genus Platalea includes several species of spoonbills found across the world.

Examples

  • The distinctive bill shape is characteristic of all members of the genus Platalea.

  • The genus Platalea encompasses various species of spoonbills that thrive in wetland habitats.

  • Biologists recently observed breeding behavior in birds belonging to the genus Platalea.

  • The genus Platalea includes several species of spoonbills.

  • Did you know that genus Platalea is known for its unique beak shape?

  • Scientists study the genus Platalea to understand the evolutionary adaptations of spoonbills.

  • Birdwatchers often seek to photograph the vibrant colors found in the genus Platalea species.

Synonyms

Platalea
vsgenus Platalea
  • Specialized
9.9

A large long-legged bird that lives in shallow water and has a spoon-shaped bill

is the taxonomic name stated without highlighting bill shape

Surface Forms

genus Platalea singular
genera Platalea plural

Morphology

genus + Platalea

This phrase is a straightforward taxonomic composition: 'genus' (a biological rank grouping related species) combined with the proper name 'Platalea' (the group of spoonbills). Because the meaning is directly built from the constituent terms and follows a common cross-linguistic naming pattern for taxa, a B1 learner who knows both words would readily understand it refers to the genus of spoonbills.

Etymology

Genus Platalea comes from the old Greek word platys, which means 'broad' or 'flat' and describes the bird's wide, spoon-shaped bill. So the name is used for the group 'spoonbills' today.