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genus nycticorax

 

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Noun genus nycticorax has 1 sense
  1. Nycticorax, genus Nycticorax - Old World night herons
    --1 is a kind of bird genus
    --1 is a member of Ardeidae, family Ardeidae
    --1 has members: black-crowned night heron, Nycticorax nycticorax

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Genus Nycticorax

Description

The genus Nycticorax belongs to the family Ardeidae and comprises various species of night herons. These long-legged wading birds are primarily nocturnal and are known for their distinctive crowns and plumage.

Sample Sentences

Noun - Taxonomy:

  1. The genus Nycticorax includes several species of night herons.
  2. Experts have identified a new subspecies within the genus Nycticorax.

Noun - Bird:

  1. The Nycticorax is a fascinating bird to observe during nighttime.
  2. During migration, the night heron typically seeks wetland habitats, characteristic of the genus Nycticorax.

Adjective - Popular:

  1. The genus Nycticorax birds are popular among birdwatchers due to their elusive behavior.
  2. When it comes to night herons, the Nycticorax species is particularly sought after by enthusiasts.

Adjective - Local:

  1. In this local wetland, you can frequently spot the beautiful Nycticorax birds.
  2. The natives of this region are accustomed to the sight of the Nycticorax herons nesting near the riverbanks.

Related Products

To learn more about night herons and the genus Nycticorax, consider checking out the following products on Amazon:

  1. Books about Nycticorax
  2. Binoculars for birdwatching
  3. Field guides for wetland identification
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