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Pharomacrus

Pharomacrus

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A group of brightly colored birds like quetzals that live in Central and South America
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Pharomacrus
  • The resplendent quetzal, belonging to the genus Pharomacrus, is known for its brilliant plumage.

Examples

  • The resplendent quetzal, belonging to the genus Pharomacrus, is known for its brilliant plumage.

  • Several species of Pharomacrus inhabit the cloud forests of Central America.

  • Ornithologists often study Pharomacrus to understand the evolution of iridescent feathers.

  • The Pharomacrus is known for its vibrant feathers.

  • Did you see the Pharomacrus at the zoo?

  • Several species of Pharomacrus inhabit the cloud forests of Central America.

  • Ornithologists often study Pharomacrus to understand the evolution of iridescent feathers.

Surface Forms

Pharomacrus singular
Pharomacrus plural

Etymology

Pharomacrus comes from old Greek parts: pharo- meaning 'shining' and -macrus meaning 'long'. A helpful way to remember these birds is that they are bright and often have long tail feathers.