Agelaius (Noun)
Meaning
Red-winged blackbirds.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The agelaius phoeniceus, commonly known as the Red-winged blackbird, is a songbird of the family Icteridae native to North America.
- A group of male agelaius phoeniceus aggressively defending their territory during mating season is a common sight in wetlands.
- The polygynous mating system is observed in the agelaius phoeniceus, with one male having multiple female partners.
- Agelaius phoeniceus are known for their distinctive calls, often described as a series of three short notes followed by a longer, more musical phrase.
- In the agelaius phoeniceus, the female builds the nest using plant material, usually in a concealed location such as a thicket or a cattail stand.