Genus Piranga (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Thraupidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The scarlet tanager belongs to the genus Piranga within the family Thraupidae.
- Some birdwatchers around the world look forward to spotting species from the genus Piranga during spring migration.
- Research indicates that the genus Piranga, consisting of tanagers, has a diverse range of species distributed throughout North America.
- Bird species in the genus Piranga are well-known for their vivid colors, particularly the hues of orange and red.
- Ornithologists are continuing their studies on the evolution and classification of bird species within the genus Piranga.