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Crex

Crex

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A group of small birds that includes the corncrake
  • noun
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  • Lightly managed species are typified by the corncrake (Crex crex), a species of rail historically distributed across northern and central Eurasia and probably initially associated with riparian meadows.

Examples

  • Lightly managed species are typified by the corncrake (Crex crex), a species of rail historically distributed across northern and central Eurasia and probably initially associated with riparian meadows.

    Academic text (2011)

  • The corncrake (Crex crex) is known for its distinctive call, which can be heard in the meadows during spring.

  • Birdwatchers often seek the Crex in grasslands where its camouflaged plumage helps it blend into the surroundings.

  • In the marshes of Europe, the rare Crex can be spotted during migrations, especially in late summer.

Synonyms

genus Crex
vsCrex
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A group of birds that includes the corncrake

is the general label without the formal family name or species mention

Compounds

Crex crex
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A shy brown bird that lives in grain fields and makes a loud rough call

genus Crex
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds that includes the corncrake

Surface Forms

Crex singular
Crexes plural

Etymology

Crex comes from an old Latin name that copies the bird's sound, written as 'crex-crex'. Scientists used the bird's own 'call' as its name, so the genus Crex is literally named after the corncrake's song.