Pterocles (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Pteroclididae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Pterocles is a type genus of the Pteroclididae, also known as sand grouse, which are found primarily in arid regions.
- The Pterocles genus includes several species, such as the black-bellied sand grouse and the spotted sand grouse.
- Pterocles is a monophyletic group, meaning that all members of the genus share a common ancestor.
- In the Pterocles genus, the plumage of the birds is often cryptic, helping them blend in with their desert backgrounds.
- Many species within the Pterocles genus have adapted to life in dry environments by developing highly efficient kidneys.