Genus Gallinula (Noun)
Meaning
Gallinules.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Purple gallinules belong to the genus Gallinula and their unusual purple plumage can be observed in their natural habitats.
- In the Americas, there are several different species within the genus Gallinula, many of which have distinctive calls that sound like laughter.
- The genus Gallinula is characterized by its long slender legs, often brightly colored, which gallinules use for perching in aquatic plants.
- The common gallinule, or common moorhen, is one species from the genus Gallinula that can be found in North America and is highly adaptable.
- Birdwatchers are often keen to catch a glimpse of the variety of bird species within the genus Gallinula due to their unique characteristics and colors.