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genus cariama

 

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Noun genus cariama has 1 sense
  1. Cariama, genus Cariama - type genus of the Cariamidae comprising only the crested cariama
    --1 is a kind of bird genus
    --1 is a member of Cariamidae, family Cariamidae
    --1 has members: crested cariama, seriema, Cariama cristata

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Genus Cariama

Description

Genus Cariama refers to a taxonomic genus of birds in the family Cariamidae. It consists of two bird species, commonly known as seriemas, and is found in South America. Seriemas are known for their long legs, crests, and moderately large size.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

Noun - Taxonomic genus of birds in the family Cariamidae.

Example Sentence: The genus Cariama includes two species of seriemas.

Sense 2:

Noun - A specific species of bird in the genus Cariama.

Example Sentence: The Cariama cristata, commonly known as the red-legged seriema, is a unique bird species found in South America.

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