Genus Cursorius (Noun)
Meaning
Coursers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cursorius consists of about five species of coursers found in warm, dry regions of the Old World.
- Cursorius is a genus of coursers that are characterized by their long legs and strong running ability.
- The genus Cursorius is a member of the family Glareolidae, which also includes pratincoles and glaresses.
- Species of the genus Cursorius are generally medium-sized birds with brown or gray plumage and long, pointed wings.
- The genus Cursorius is most diverse in Africa, where several species of coursers can be found in a variety of habitats.