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Pagophila

Pagophila

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A group of gulls that contains only the ivory gull found in the Arctic
  • noun
  • /ˌpeɪɡəˈfaɪlə/
  • Specialized
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  • Only the ivory gull belongs to the genus Pagophila.

Examples

  • The Pagophila genus is known for its association with Arctic habitats.

  • Researchers studied the breeding habits of birds within the Pagophila genus.

  • The rare Pagophila is found in Arctic regions.

  • Did you see the Pagophila during your trip to Greenland?

  • Only the ivory gull belongs to the genus Pagophila.

  • The Pagophila genus is known for its association with Arctic habitats.

  • Researchers studied the breeding habits of birds within the Pagophila genus.

Surface Forms

Pagophila singular
Pagophilas plural

Etymology

Pagophila comes from Greek parts pago- meaning 'ice' and -phila meaning 'loving', similar to bibliophile ('book-lover'). So, Pagophila means 'ice-loving', which fits the ivory gull that lives on Arctic ice.