Piranga Rubra (Noun)
Meaning
Of middle and southern United States; male is deep rose-red the female mostly yellow.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The piranga rubra is a migratory songbird species commonly seen in the middle and southern United States during the warmer months.
- In the summer months, the plumage of the male piranga rubra is a striking deep rose-red while the female has more subdued yellows.
- Researchers track the annual migrations of the piranga rubra to better understand its habits and habitat needs.
- A birder's life list isn't complete without spotting a vibrant male piranga rubra in the spring.
- Local conservation efforts aim to protect the habitats of the piranga rubra within the southern United States.