Rupicola Rupicola (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical bird of northern South America the male having brilliant red or orange plumage and an erectile disklike crest.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Andean cock-of-the-rock, Rupicola rupicola, is a large bird that is known for its distinctive plumage and impressive courtship displays.
- Male Rupicola rupicola birds gather at communal display sites to compete for mates, using their brightly colored feathers and loud calls to attract females.
- Rupicola rupicola is found in the tropical rainforests of northern South America, where it inhabits the forest understory and mid-level canopy.
- During the breeding season, male Rupicola rupicola birds develop a brilliant orange crest on top of their heads, which they use to attract mates and deter rivals.
- Rupicola rupicola is considered a species of least concern by conservation organizations, but its populations are declining in some areas due to habitat loss and fragmentation.