Genus Cephalopterus (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Cotingidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cephalopterus is a group of large, dark-plumed birds that are found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
- Cephalopterus is a genus of cotingas that are known for their distinctive crests and long, broad tails.
- The genus Cephalopterus includes four species of birds, including the Amazonian umbrellabird and the long-wattled umbrellabird.
- Cephalopterus birds are known for their unique mating displays, which involve the males displaying their brightly colored crests and making loud, booming calls.
- In the genus Cephalopterus, the females are generally smaller and duller in color than the males, but they still have distinctive crests and long tails.