Genus Vanellus (Noun)
Meaning
Eurasian lapwings.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Eurasian lapwing belongs to the genus Vanellus, comprising about 24 species of plovers.
- Eurasian lapwings are part of the large and diverse genus Vanellus with a wide geographical distribution.
- In the genus Vanellus, the Eurasian lapwing is closely related to other lapwing species like the southern lapwing and the red-winged lapwing.
- Taxonomic classifications have consistently placed the Eurasian lapwing within the genus Vanellus, alongside other lapwing species.
- Within the genus Vanellus, the Eurasian lapwing stands out for its distinctive crest and vibrant plumage patterns.