Coccothraustes Coccothraustes (Noun)
Meaning
A common large finch of Eurasia.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes, has a distinctive parrot-like bill that enables it to crack seeds other birds find too hard.
- Coccothraustes coccothraustes is a declining species in the UK, making conservation efforts a priority for local wildlife groups.
- Researchers have discovered that Coccothraustes coccothraustes plays an essential role in dispersing seeds for various plant species.
- It can be difficult to distinguish between male and female Coccothraustes coccothraustes without closer inspection, due to similarities in their plumage.
- Habitat loss has led to decreased sightings of the otherwise widespread Coccothraustes coccothraustes.