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genus tyto

 

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Noun genus tyto has 1 sense
  1. Tyto, genus Tyto - type and only genus of the family Tytonidae
    --1 is a kind of bird genus
    --1 is a member of Tytonidae, family Tytonidae
    --1 has members: barn owl, Tyto alba

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Genus Tyto

Description:

Genus Tyto is a taxonomic classification in the field of biology. It refers to a genus of owls commonly known as barn owls. These nocturnal birds of prey are renowned for their heart-shaped facial discs and ability to hunt silently in darkness.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: a taxonomic genus that includes barn owls

Example Sentence: The Genus Tyto comprises around 16 species of barn owls distributed worldwide.

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