Genus Macronectes (Noun)
Meaning
Giant petrels.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Macronectes consists of two large seabirds, commonly known as the giant petrels.
- Giant petrels are members of the genus Macronectes and are known for their massive size and scavenging habits.
- Macronectes, the genus that includes the giant petrels, can be found in the Southern Ocean and surrounding islands.
- Scientists have identified two distinct species within the genus Macronectes, the southern and northern giant petrels.
- The genus Macronectes is characterized by the large size of its members, which are among the largest petrels in the world.