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Hesperiphona

Hesperiphona

9.9
A small bird with bright feathers and a large beak that lives in North and Central America
  • noun
  • /ˌhɛspəˈrɪfənə/
  • Specialized
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  • The flock of Hesperiphona perched high in the pine trees, adding vibrant color to the winter landscape.

Examples

  • The Hesperiphona is noted for its striking plumage and musical calls.

  • Many birdwatchers are excited to spot a Hesperiphona in the wild.

  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a rare Hesperiphona during their early morning walk.

  • The Hesperiphona is known for its vibrant yellow plumage.

  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a rare Hesperiphona during their early morning walk.

  • The Hesperiphona is noted for its striking plumage and musical calls.

  • The flock of Hesperiphona perched high in the pine trees, adding vibrant color to the winter landscape.

Synonyms

evening grosbeak
vsHesperiphona
  • US
9.7

A North American bird with a thick cone-shaped bill and bright yellow, black and white feathers

refers to the taxonomic group covering those birds across North and Central America

Compounds

Hesperiphona vespertina
  • Specialized
9.9

A North American bird with a thick bill and bright yellow, black, and white feathers

Surface Forms

Hesperiphona singular
Hesperiphonas plural

Etymology

Hesperiphona combines Greek parts hesper- 'evening' and -phona 'sound'. So, think of it as an 'evening-singer', a simple image that fits these grosbeaks, which are finches known for their bright feathers and musical calls.