Lagopus (Noun)
Meaning
Ptarmigans.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Ptarmigans, specifically Lagopus lagopus, change their feathers seasonally to camouflage themselves from predators.
- Lagopus ptarmicux are an iconic and elusive sight in the rugged alpine landscapes.
- As winter sets in, the willow ptarmigan transforms its feathers from brown to white, characteristic of Lagopus lagopus.
- Scientists closely study the behaviors and habits of the Rock Ptarmigan, a Lagopus species known for its dramatic molts.
- Wildlife photographers spend hours trekking to get the perfect shot of Lagopus leucurus in their unique snow-adapted plumage.