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genus Agelaius

genus Agelaius

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A group of American blackbirds like red-winged blackbirds with bright wing markings
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒiːnəs ˈædʒəˌleɪəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Agelaius
  • Red-winged blackbirds are classified under the genus Agelaius.

Examples

  • The genus Agelaius includes several species of blackbirds.

  • Many birds from the genus Agelaius are found in North America.

  • Members of the genus Agelaius are known for their distinctive coloration.

  • The scientist studied several species belonging to the genus Agelaius.

  • Red-winged blackbirds, part of the genus Agelaius, are often seen in wetlands.

  • Scientists categorize the red-winged blackbird in the genus Agelaius due to its unique features.

  • Birdwatchers are delighted to observe the genus Agelaius during spring migrations.

Synonyms

Agelaius
vsgenus Agelaius
  • Specialized
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A group of related American blackbirds like the red-winged blackbird

adds emphasis on the group's striking wing markings

Surface Forms

genus Agelaius singular
genera Agelaius plural

Morphology

genus + Agelaius

The phrase is fully compositional: 'genus' (a taxonomic rank) combined with the proper name 'Agelaius' yields the meaning 'the genus called Agelaius' (a group of related blackbird species). If a learner already knows both constituent meanings, the overall meaning is directly predictable and follows common cross-linguistic naming patterns in biology.

Etymology

The name genus Agelaius, with Agelaius coming from an old Greek word meaning 'flock' or 'belonging to a flock', may come from these birds' habit of gathering in large groups. So the name fits the blackbirds that live and move together.