Geococcyx Californianus (Noun)
Meaning
Speedy largely terrestrial bird found from California and Mexico to Texas.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The greater roadrunner, also known as Geococcyx californianus, is a bird that is often depicted in cartoons as running fast and effortlessly across the desert.
- The geococcyx californianus has strong legs that allow it to chase after small lizards and snakes as part of its main source of nutrition.
- One key identifier of the geococcyx californianus is the crest on its head that resembles a pompadour hairdo, and which helps attract mates during courtship displays.
- Biologists categorize geococcyx californianus under the family Cuculidae due to their nesting and migratory patterns similar to that of other cuckoos.
- This iconic species is colloquially known by local wildlife enthusiasts in its natural habitat simply as "Geococcyx californianus".