spheniscus

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Noun spheniscus has 1 sense

Spheniscus, genus Spheniscus - type genus of the Spheniscidae: jackass penguins
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Spheniscidae, family Spheniscidae
--₁ has members: jackass penguin, Spheniscus demersus

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Spheniscus

Spheniscus is a genus of penguins, characterized by their small size and black and white plumage. They are known for their distinct markings and unique behavior.

Noun

Sense 1:

A small penguin of the genus Spheniscus, found in the coastal regions of South America and Africa.

Example sentence: The Spheniscus penguins waddled along the shore, diving into the ocean to catch fish.

Adjective

Sense 1:

Relating to or characteristic of penguins of the genus Spheniscus.

Example sentence: The Spheniscus behavior is quite different from that of other penguin species.