genus meleagris

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Noun genus meleagris has 1 sense

Meleagris, genus Meleagris - type genus of the Meleagrididae: wild and domestic turkeys
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Meleagrididae, family Meleagrididae
--₁ has members: turkey, Meleagris gallopavo

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Genus Meleagris

Description:

Genus Meleagris refers to a classification of turkey species within the Animal Kingdom. It belongs to the family Phasianidae and includes two recognized extant species: the North American wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) and the ocellated turkey (Meleagris ocellata).

Sample Sentences:

The genus Meleagris is known for its unique and vibrant plumage.
The North American wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) is a member of the genus Meleagris.
The ocellated turkey (Meleagris ocellata) is a species of turkey within the genus Meleagris.
Scientists study the genetic makeup of the genus Meleagris to better understand turkey evolution.
Meleagris gallopavo, a member of genus Meleagris, is the most common turkey species.

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