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Genus Pyrrhuloxia

Definition:

A term used in biological classification to refer to the genus of birds known as Pyrrhuloxia, which belong to the family Cardinalidae.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A species of bird, endemic to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, featuring a colorful crest and a distinctive curved beak.

Example sentence: The genus Pyrrhuloxia includes the species Cardinalis sinuatus, commonly known as the Pyrrhuloxia or Arizona Cardinal.

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Sense 2:

Noun: The taxonomic rank between family and species, referring to a group of related bird species that share common characteristics.

Example sentence: The genus Pyrrhuloxia belongs to the family Cardinalidae, which includes other bird species such as Cardinals and Grosbeaks.

Local Usage:

In local usage, the term "genus Pyrrhuloxia" may not have a specific meaning as it predominantly refers to a scientific classification.