Genus Falco (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Falconidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Falco comprises about 40 species of falcons, which are found on all continents except Antarctica.
- Falcon species within the genus Falco are characterized by their slender bodies, long wings, and swift flight.
- Falco peregrinus, the peregrine falcon, is one of the most widely distributed members of the genus Falco.
- Birds within the genus Falco are adapted to a variety of habitats, ranging from deserts to tundras, and from coastlines to mountainous regions.
- Other notable species within the genus Falco include the gyrfalcon, the American kestrel, and the merlin, each with its unique characteristics and adaptations.