|
WordNet-Online
Definitions from WordNet
Noun genus macronectes has 1 sense
| ||||
Definitions from the WebGenus MacronectesNoun (Biology): Genus Macronectes refers to a taxonomic category that includes species of large seabirds known as giant petrels. These birds belong to the family Procellariidae and the order Procellariiformes. Example Sentence: The genus Macronectes consists of two species, namely, the southern giant petrel (Macronectes giganteus) and the northern giant petrel (Macronectes halli). Noun (Zoology): Genus Macronectes is a classification in the field of zoology which encompasses the aforementioned giant petrels. These birds are known for their size, predatory behavior, and their scavenging habits. Example Sentence: Researchers have conducted extensive studies on the breeding and foraging behavior of species within the genus Macronectes. Related Products (Amazon search): | ||||
genus machaeranthera genus macleaya genus maclura genus macowanites genus macrocephalon genus macrocheira genus macroclemys genus macrodactylus genus macronectes genus macropus genus macrothelypteris genus macrotis genus macrotus genus macrotyloma genus macrozamia genus macrozoarces genus madia
|