Colinus Virginianus (Noun)
Meaning
A favorite game bird of eastern and central United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Hunters from all over the country come to experience the thrill of bagging a Colinus virginianus, a prized game bird of the eastern and central United States.
- Colinus virginianus populations are an essential indicator of healthy wildlife ecosystems in their native habitats.
- Eastern quail or Colinus virginianus has a top speed of 30 miles per hour and often roams at dusk in their designated habitat.
- Throughout its extensive habitat range in eastern and central United States, the Colinus virginianus showcases stunning mottled feathers as part of its excellent camouflage strategy.
- There's ongoing concern that agricultural and deforestation activities in North America negatively affect Colinus virginianianus breeding habits.