Genus Dendroica (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Parulidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Dendroica is a group of birds in the family Parulidae, commonly known as wood-warblers.
- Dendroica is a genus of small, migratory songbirds that are native to North and South America.
- The genus Dendroica was previously recognized as a distinct group within the Parulidae family, but some taxonomists have reclassified it as a subgenus of Setophaga.
- Birds in the genus Dendroica are known for their bright plumage and distinctive songs, which they use to establish territories and attract mates.
- The genus Dendroica includes several species of warblers that are popular among birdwatchers and ornithologists.