Coragyps Atratus (Noun)
Meaning
American vulture smaller than the turkey buzzard.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The black vulture, coragyps atratus, is a common sight in many parts of the United States, particularly in the southeastern regions.
- The coragyps atratus is often mistaken for its larger cousin, the turkey vulture, but is actually a distinct species.
- While not as large as the turkey vulture, the coragyps atratus is still an impressive bird, with a wingspan of up to four feet.
- Coragyps atratus is a monotypic species, meaning it has no recognized subspecies.
- The coragyps atratus plays an important ecological role, helping to clean up carcasses and prevent the spread of disease.