Oscine (Noun)
Meaning
Passerine bird having specialized vocal apparatus.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The oscine's melodious song filled the forest, a complex series of whistles and trills that were a hallmark of its species.
- Oscines are known for their advanced syrinx, a vocal organ located at the base of the trachea that allows for incredible vocal dexterity.
- The oscine's ability to mimic other birds and even some mechanical sounds is a testament to its remarkable vocal abilities.
- In the oscine family, males often engage in elaborate singing displays to attract mates and defend territories.
- Researchers have long been fascinated by the oscine's unique vocal anatomy, which allows it to produce a wide range of frequencies and tones.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Tit
- Dipper
- American Oriole
- Oriole
- Swallow Shrike
- Bluebird
- Mocking Thrush
- True Flycatcher
- Cackler
- Weaverbird
- Catbird
- Grey Catbird
- Honeysucker
- Flycatcher
- Dumetella Carolinensis
- Titlark
- Gray Catbird
- Weaver Finch
- Mimus Polyglotktos
- Songster
- Nutcracker
- Mocker
- Tree Creeper
- Lark
- Melanotis Caerulescens