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Alectura

Definition:

Alectura refers to the genus of bird that includes the Australian brush-turkeys.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. (Zoology) A genus of large birds in the Megapodiidae family, known as Australian brush-turkeys.
2. (Local) Alectura is a popular name given to the Australian brush-turkeys in the local region.

Usages:

1. The Alectura genus consists primarily of three species found in Australia.
2. The male Alectura birds construct large mounds made of leaves and soil for incubating their eggs.
3. In local Australian slang, people often refer to the Australian brush-turkeys as Alectura.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Alectura bird is native to the rainforests of northeastern Australia.
2. We spotted an Alectura laying eggs in its impressive mound nest.
3. "Look! There goes an Alectura crossing the road," Sarah exclaimed.

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