Asio (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of European owls.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The asio genus of European owls comprises small, medium-sized owls often seen during dusk hours in forests.
- Experts categorized a short-eared owl species into the asio genus, recognized for having longer legs and round heads.
- Owl breeders at a sanctuary showcased birds belonging to the asio genus for education purposes, showcasing habitat characteristics and distinct owl traits.
- Zoologists narrowed their owl search in North Europe by primarily studying members within the asio genus to explore long-term hibernation adaptation theories.
- Most experienced hunters studied to mimic vocal calls by replicating certain night active calls commonly emitted by a family member in the asio genus for active animal identification at dark night trails.