Genus Plectrophenax (Noun)
Meaning
Snow bunting.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Plectrophenax consists of two species of birds, the Snow bunting and the McKay's bunting, both of which are known for their distinctive white and black plumage.
- The Snow bunting is a member of the genus Plectrophenax and is one of the most recognizable birds in the Arctic tundra.
- The McKay's bunting and the Snow bunting are the only two species within the genus Plectrophenax, and they share many physical and behavioral characteristics.
- In the genus Plectrophenax, the Snow bunting is the more widely distributed species, with a range that spans across the Arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
- The genus Plectrophenax is a small but distinct group of birds, with the Snow bunting being one of the most iconic and well-studied species within the group.