Genus Elanus (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of small kites of both Old and New Worlds.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Elanus comprises small to medium-sized kites with a slender build and long, pointed wings.
- Birds of the genus Elanus are found in a wide range of habitats, including grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
- The genus Elanus is characterized by its members' distinctive white or pale underside and dark upperparts.
- The genus Elanus includes four species of kites, including the Black-shouldered Kite and the White-tailed Kite.
- In the genus Elanus, the birds of prey are known for their agility and speed, often diving and swooping in pursuit of small mammals and insects.