genus polioptila

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Noun genus polioptila has 1 sense

Polioptila, genus Polioptila - New World gnatcatchers
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Sylviidae, family Sylviidae
--₁ has members: gnatcatcher

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Genus Polioptila

Definition: Genus Polioptila refers to a taxonomic group of small passerine birds in the family Polioptilidae, commonly known as the gnatcatchers.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun (singular)

Definition: A genus consisting of small insectivorous birds found in North and South America, known for their graceful flight and ability to catch insects on the wing.

Example Sentence: The genus Polioptila includes species such as the Blue-gray Gnatcatcher and the Long-billed Gnatwren.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun (plural: genus polioptilas)

Definition: Multiple species belonging to the genus Polioptila.

Example Sentence: We observed several genus polioptilas building their nests in the dense foliage.