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Archilochus

Archilochus

9.9
A group of small hummingbirds that includes the ruby-throated hummingbird
  • noun
  • /ˌɑrkɪˈloʊkəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Archilochus genus includes the well-known ruby-throated hummingbird found in North America.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the migration patterns of Archilochus species.

  • I spotted an Archilochus while hiking in the forest.

  • Birdwatchers are often excited to spot members of the Archilochus genus during the spring.

  • The Archilochus genus includes many colorful hummingbirds.

  • Birdwatchers are often excited to spot members of the Archilochus genus during the spring.

  • The Archilochus genus includes the well-known ruby-throated hummingbird found in North America.

  • Researchers studied the migration patterns of Archilochus species.

Compounds

Archilochus colubris
  • Specialized
9.9

A small North American bird with a bright red throat that hovers near flowers

Surface Forms

Archilochus singular
Archilochuses plural

Etymology

Archilochus is a scientific name taken from an ancient Greek poet of the same name, because scientists often use names from history or myth for groups of animals. So you can remember the hummingbird genus Archilochus as 'a little poet' — small, quick, and showy like a bird that darts and seems to sing.