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pluvianus aegyptius

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pluvianus aegyptius has 1 sense
  1. crocodile bird, Pluvianus aegyptius - African courser that feeds on insect parasites on crocodiles
    --1 is a kind of courser
    --1 is a member of Pluvianus, genus Pluvianus

Definitions from the Web

Pluvianus Aegyptius

Definition:

Pluvianus Aegyptius, also known as the Egyptian plover, is a species of bird belonging to the Charadriidae family. It is known for the unique mutualistic relationship it forms with large mammalian species in the wild.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, adjective, proper noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: Refers to the specific species of bird, Pluvianus Aegyptius.

Example sentence: The Pluvianus Aegyptius can be easily recognized by its striking black and white plumage.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Describes something pertaining to or resembling the qualities of the Egyptian plover.

Example sentence: The beach was graced with the presence of a pluvianus aegyptius bird, enhancing the picturesque scene.

Sense 3:

Proper Noun: Can refer to the scientific name of the species, Pluvianus Aegyptius, in a taxonomical context.

Example sentence: The scientific name for the Egyptian plover is Pluvianus Aegyptius.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, people often refer to this bird species as the Egyptian plover due to its association with the ancient Egyptian civilization.

Example sentence: Tourists were excited to catch a glimpse of the Egyptian plover during their visit to the Nile River.

Local Usage:

In local usage, indigenous communities may have their own names for Pluvianus Aegyptius, based on their cultural and geographical context.

Example sentence: The local tribe considered the Pluvianus Aegyptius a symbol of good luck and protection.

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