Troglodytes (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Troglodytidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The troglodytes are a genus of wrens found in the Americas, with over 20 species recognized within the group.
- In the Troglodytidae family, the troglodytes are considered the type genus, containing many well-known species of wrens.
- Some species of troglodytes, such as the house wren, are known for their bold and curious nature.
- The troglodytes are primarily insectivorous birds, feeding on a wide variety of small invertebrates.
- Many species of troglodytes are cavity-nesting birds, often using natural or man-made cavities to raise their young.