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Aulacorhynchus

Aulacorhynchus

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A group of small green toucans from Central and South America
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Aulacorhynchus
  • The species in the genus Aulacorhynchus are commonly known as green toucanets.

Examples

  • Researchers observed several Aulacorhynchus individuals in the cloud forests of Colombia.

  • Members of the genus Aulacorhynchus are characterized by their predominantly green plumage.

  • The Aulacorhynchus genus includes several species of toucans.

  • Did you see the Aulacorhynchus in the rainforest?

  • The genus Aulacorhynchus is famous for its vibrant green colors and unique beak.

  • Ornithologists are studying the behaviors of various Aulacorhynchus species in their natural habitats.

  • In Central and South America, the Aulacorhynchus is often spotted in tropical forests, where it thrives.

Synonyms

toucanet
vsAulacorhynchus
1 9.9

A small bird from Central and South America with a large colorful bill

is the specific scientific genus limited to green species
Aulacorhyncus
vsAulacorhynchus
  • Specialized
9.9

A small green bird like a toucan that lives in Central and South American forests

is the standard spelling used for that scientific genus

Surface Forms

Aulacorhynchus singular
Aulacorhynchi plural

Etymology

Aulacorhynchus comes from Greek parts aulaco- meaning 'groove' and -rhynchus meaning 'beak'. So the name means 'grooved beak', a simple image to help you remember the green toucanets in this group with their strong bills.