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Cistothorus

Cistothorus

9.9
A small bird like a wren that lives in wet places and sings from reeds
  • noun
  • /ˌsɪstəˈθɔrəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Cistothorus includes several species found across North and South America.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the nesting habits of the Cistothorus in wetland habitats.

  • Birdwatchers observed a Cistothorus singing in the reeds near the lake.

  • The Cistothorus is known for its distinctive call.

  • Many birdwatchers seek to spot the Cistothorus in wetlands.

  • Birdwatchers observed a Cistothorus singing in the reeds near the lake.

  • Researchers studied the nesting habits of the Cistothorus in wetland habitats.

  • Many birdwatchers seek to spot the Cistothorus in wetlands.

Compounds

Cistothorus palustris
  • Specialized
9.9

A small brown bird that sings and lives in tall reeds and marshes in North America

Surface Forms

Cistothorus singular
Cistothori plural

Etymology

Cistothorus is a scientific name you can remember by splitting it into parts: cisto- which brings to mind 'bush' or 'reeds', and -thorus which sounds like chorus, a group that sings. So a Cistothorus is like a 'bush singer', a small wren that lives in reeds and wetlands and is known for its song.