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Poephila

Poephila

9.9
Small Australian finches with bright feathers often kept in aviaries
  • noun
  • Australian
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  • Researchers studied the nesting habits of Poephila in northern Australia.

Examples

  • The Poephila are known for their colorful plumage and lively social behavior.

  • Many bird enthusiasts keep Poephila in aviaries because of their vibrant appearance.

  • The Poephila is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Look at that beautiful Poephila over there!

  • Many bird enthusiasts keep Poephila in aviaries because of their vibrant appearance.

  • Researchers studied the nesting habits of Poephila in northern Australia.

  • The Poephila are known for their colorful plumage and lively social behavior.

Compounds

Poephila castanotis
  • Australian
9.9

A small Australian finch with black-and-white markings like a zebra

Surface Forms

Poephila singular
Poephilas plural

Etymology

Poephila comes from two Greek parts, poa 'grass' and phila 'loving', so the name means 'grass-loving' and fits these small Australian grassfinches that live and feed in grassy places.