Euphagus Carilonus (Noun)
Meaning
North American blackbird whose bluish-black plumage is rusty-edged in the fall.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The euphagus carolinus, also known as the rusty blackbird, can be identified by its distinctive rusty-edged feathers that appear in the fall.
- The loss of wetland habitats has led to a decline in the population of the euphagus carolinus.
- During the fall migration, large flocks of euphagus carolinus can be seen in North America.
- It is believed that the euphagus carolinus population has been declining due to changes in breeding and foraging habits.
- While often confused with the common grackle, the euphagus carolinus can be distinguished by its distinctive rusty-edged plumage.