genus steatornis

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Noun genus steatornis has 1 sense

Steatornis, genus Steatornis - type and sole genus of the family Steatornithidae
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Steatornithidae, family Steatornithidae
--₁ has members: oilbird, guacharo, Steatornis caripensis

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Genus Steatornis

Definition: Genus Steatornis refers to a group of nocturnal, fruit-eating birds that are commonly known as oilbirds. They belong to the family Steatornithidae.

Sample Sentences:

The genus Steatornis includes some of the most fascinating avian species.
Oilbirds, members of the genus Steatornis, are known for their unique feeding habits and roosting behavior.
The remarkable adaptation of oilbirds sets the genus Steatornis apart from other bird families.

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