Stercorarius (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Stercorariidae: jaegers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Stercorarius is a genus of medium to large seabirds in the family Stercorariidae, commonly known as jaegers or skuas.
- Taxonomists often place the genus Stercorarius in the Stercorariidae family of seabirds, closely related to skuas and albatrosses.
- Scientists use the term Stercorarius to refer to a type genus that comprises a group of medium-sized to large predatory seabirds known as jaegers.
- Several Stercorarius species can be observed performing acrobatic maneuvers while pursuing their prey over open waters.
- Historically, researchers identified the Stercorarius genus as one of the key genera of seabirds found across different continents, from North America to Europe.