tympanuchus cupido

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Noun tympanuchus cupido has 1 sense

greater prairie chicken, Tympanuchus cupido - the most common variety of prairie chicken
--₁ is a kind of prairie chicken, prairie grouse, prairie fowl

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Tympanuchus cupido

Description:

Tympanuchus cupido refers to the scientific name of the greater prairie chicken, a bird species native to North America. It belongs to the grouse family and is known for its unique mating rituals and impressive displays.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. Tympanuchus cupido - a large ground-dwelling bird with a rounded body, short tail, and feathered legs, found primarily in grasslands.

Example Sentence: The Tympanuchus cupido is known for its elaborate courtship displays, including booming calls and vigorous dancing.

Adjective:

1. tympanuchus cupido - referring to or relating to the greater prairie chicken.

Example Sentence: The researchers studied the behavior of tympanuchus cupido populations across different regions.