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Crested Cariama (Noun)

Meaning

Brazilian Cariama; sole representative of the genus Cariama.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The crested cariama is a large, long-legged bird native to the grasslands of South America, including Brazil and Argentina.
  • Crested cariama are members of the family Cariamidae, and are also known as Brazilian cariamas.
  • In the wild, the crested cariama is typically found in open grasslands and savannas, where it forages for insects and small animals.
  • The crested cariama is known for its distinctive crest of feathers on top of its head, which it can raise and lower at will.
  • Conservation efforts are underway to protect the crested cariama and its habitat, as the species is considered near threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Synonyms

  • Cariama Cristata
  • Seriema

Hypernyms

  • Wader
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