Steatornis Caripensis (Noun)
Meaning
Nocturnal fruit-eating bird of South America that has fatty young yielding an oil that is used instead of butter.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The steatornis caripensis, also known as the oilbird, is a nocturnal species often found in the tropical regions of South America.
- Steatornis caripensis usually inhabits caves and rock crevices due to the unique requirements of their nesting and roosting habits.
- Historically, the fatty young steatornis caripensis was a food source rich in calories and oil for the indigenous communities of South America.
- Observation of the steatornis caripensis in its natural habitat is difficult due to its nocturnal nature and solitary behavior.
- Preparation of meat from the steatornis caripensis young required labor-intensive extraction of valuable oil for various applications.