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Noun genus porphyrula has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebGenus PorphyrulaDescription: Genus Porphyrula refers to a taxonomic classification used in the field of biology. It belongs to the family Rallidae and the order Gruiformes. The genus comprises several species of small birds known as crakes, typically found in wet habitats. Sense 1 (Noun): A genus of small birds belonging to the family Rallidae. These birds are characterized by their short wings, long toes, and secretive behavior. They are often found in marshes and reedy areas. Example sentence: The genus Porphyrula includes the Purple Swamphen, the Dusky Moorhen, and the Spotless Crake. Sense 2 (Noun): Specifically, the type species of the genus Porphyrula, the Dusky Moorhen (Porphyrula fusca). Example sentence: The Dusky Moorhen belongs to the genus Porphyrula. Related Products on Amazon: Books on Genus Porphyrula | ||||
genus pontederia genus pooecetes genus popillia genus populus genus porcellio genus poronotus genus porphyra genus porphyrio genus porphyrula genus portulaca genus portunus genus porzana genus potamogale genus potamogeton genus potamophis genus potentilla genus poterium
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