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genus rynchops

 

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Noun genus rynchops has 1 sense
  1. Rynchops, genus Rynchops - type genus of the Rynchopidae: skimmers
    --1 is a kind of bird genus
    --1 is a member of Rynchopidae, family Rynchopidae
    --1 has members: skimmer

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Genus Rynchops

Description:

Genus Rynchops refers to a group of bird species known as skimmers. Skimmers are characterized by their serrated lower mandible, which they use to forage for food in shallow water bodies. These birds are primarily found in coastal regions and are renowned for their unique feeding behavior.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Bird Species

Genus Rynchops is a taxonomic classification encompassing several bird species that are part of the skimmer family. These birds are typically slender in shape, with long wings and distinctive bills designed for skimming the water surface in search of prey.

Example sentence: The Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger) is a species belonging to the genus Rynchops.

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