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Icteria

Icteria

9.9
A small American bird with a yellow breast often called the yellow-breasted chat
  • noun
  • /ɪkˈtɪəriə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Icteria genus includes the yellow-breasted chat, which is a popular bird among enthusiasts.

Examples

  • The Icteria genus is noted for its only member, the yellow-breasted chat.

  • Scientists debated the classification of Icteria for years before assigning it to its own family.

  • Many birdwatchers hope to spot Icteria species during their migration season.

  • The Icteria is often found in shrubby areas.

  • Have you ever seen an Icteria in the wild?

  • Many birdwatchers hope to spot Icteria species during their migration season.

  • Have you ever seen an Icteria in the wild during the spring migration?

Compounds

Icteria virens
  • Specialized
9.9

A large North American songbird with a bright yellow breast that copies other birds' songs

Surface Forms

Icteria singular

Etymology

Icteria comes from the old Greek word ikteros, which means 'yellow' and was also the word for the illness 'jaundice'. So, Icteria is a fitting name for a songbird with a bright yellow breast.