Piranga (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Thraupidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Piranga species are primarily known for their bright orange heads in males during breeding seasons.
- Piranga is a genus within the family of seed-eating birds Thraupidae that spans North and South America.
- Bird specialists classify the Scarlet Tanager as a type of Piranga.
- During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the Summer Tanager and the Scarlet Tanager were placed in the genus Piranga by many taxonomists.
- It is within the tanager genus Piranga, individuals display such vibrant colors and lively songs to attract potential mates.