dentirostral (Meaning)
dentirostral (a.)
Having a toothed bill; -- applied to a group of passerine birds, having the bill notched, and feeding chiefly on insects, as the shrikes and vireos. See Illust. (N) under Beak.
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dentirostral Sentence Examples
- The dentirostral bill of the fish-eating bird aids in catching slippery prey.
- Among birds, the pelican is known for its dentirostral beak, ideal for scooping up fish.
- The dentirostral nature of the toucan's beak enables it to grasp and manipulate various fruits.
- The dentirostral morphology of certain bird species reflects their dietary specialization.
- Ornithologists study the dentirostral adaptations of birds to understand their feeding ecology.
- The heron's dentirostral bill is perfectly suited for capturing small fish in shallow waters.
- Dentirostral birds often exhibit specific hunting behaviors tailored to their prey.
- The anatomical features of the raven's dentirostral beak contribute to its omnivorous diet.
- The woodpecker's dentirostral bill is designed for drilling into trees to access insect larvae.
- Understanding the evolutionary origins of dentirostral beaks provides insights into the ecological niches occupied by various bird species.
FAQs About the word dentirostral
Having a toothed bill; -- applied to a group of passerine birds, having the bill notched, and feeding chiefly on insects, as the shrikes and vireos. See Illust.
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The dentirostral bill of the fish-eating bird aids in catching slippery prey.
Among birds, the pelican is known for its dentirostral beak, ideal for scooping up fish.
The dentirostral nature of the toucan's beak enables it to grasp and manipulate various fruits.
The dentirostral morphology of certain bird species reflects their dietary specialization.
