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genus contopus

 

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Noun genus contopus has 1 sense
  1. Contopus, genus Contopus - pewees
    --1 is a kind of bird genus
    --1 is a member of Tyrannidae, superfamily Tyrannidae
    --1 has members:
     pewee, peewee, peewit, pewit, wood pewee, Contopus virens

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Term: Genus Contopus

Part of Speech: Noun

Description:

Genus Contopus refers to a taxonomic category in biological classification that includes small to medium-sized songbirds known as pewees or wood pewees. These birds belong to the family Tyrannidae and are primarily found in North and South America.

Sample Sentence:

The genus Contopus consists of several species, such as the Eastern Wood Pewee and the Olive-sided Flycatcher.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Description:

In an adjective form, "contopus" can be used to describe something relating to or characteristic of the genus Contopus.

Sample Sentence:

The contopus bird species are known for their melodious and distinctive calls.

Part of Speech: Verb

Description:

When used as a verb, "contopus" can mean the act of searching, observing, or identifying birds from the genus Contopus.

Sample Sentence:

We spent the day contopusing in the forest, trying to spot the elusive wood pewee.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Description:

As an adverb, "contopus" describes an action that is done in a manner associated with the characteristics of the genus Contopus.

Sample Sentence:

The birdwatcher patiently and contopusly followed the call, hoping for a glimpse of the pewee.

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