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Coragyps

Coragyps

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A group of vultures in the Americas that includes the black vulture
  • noun
  • /kəˈrɑːdʒɪps/
  • Specialized
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  • The Coragyps genus is represented in North America by the black vulture.

Examples

  • The Coragyps is often seen soaring in the skies.

  • The fossil record provides evidence that Coragyps once had a broader range.

  • Scientists examined the evolutionary history of Coragyps and its relatives in Cathartidae.

  • Many people are fascinated by the Coragyps and its habits.

  • Researchers are studying the habitats of Coragyps to understand their ecological role.

  • In North America, the Coragyps species is best known for its scavenging behavior.

  • Bird watchers are excited to spot a Coragyps during their trips to local parks.

Surface Forms

Coragyps singular
Coragypses plural

Etymology

Coragyps comes from two Greek parts: korax meaning 'raven' and gyps meaning 'vulture'. So the name fits the black vulture, a large dark vulture in this group that looks a bit like a big raven.