Genus Riparia (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Hirundinidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus riparia is a group of swallows within the family Hirundinidae, found near riparian environments.
- Several species of the genus riparia, such as the Bank Swallow, are well-known for their colonial nesting habits.
- Birdwatchers often look for species of the genus riparia in coastal areas with sandy cliffs.
- The genus riparia includes some of the most common swallow species in North America, such as the Bank Swallow and the Northern Rough-winged Swallow.
- Researchers have studied the genus riparia to better understand the evolution of these social birds and their adaptations to different environments.