gallirallus (Meaning)
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gallirallus (n)
rails of New Zealand
Synonyms & Antonyms of gallirallus
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gallirallus Sentence Examples
- The Gallirallus australis, commonly known as the weka, is a flightless bird native to New Zealand.
- Gallirallus is a genus of ground-dwelling birds in the rail family.
- The Gallirallus species exhibit a range of plumage and size variations, but all share certain morphological characteristics.
- The Gallirallus philippensis, also known as the Philippine rail, is a critically endangered species.
- Several Gallirallus species have adapted to live in harsh wetland habitats, including mangroves and marshes.
- The Gallirallus elegans, or banded rail, is renowned for its elaborate courtship displays.
- Gallirallus wakensis is an extinct species that once inhabited Wake Island in the Pacific Ocean.
- The Gallirallus torquatus, or Auckland Island rail, has undergone extensive conservation efforts to protect its dwindling population.
- The Gallirallus xyriphilus, or bog rail, is a secretive species that prefers dense vegetation for nesting and foraging.
- The study of Gallirallus species has provided valuable insights into the evolution and adaptation of ground-dwelling birds.
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rails of New Zealand
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The Gallirallus australis, commonly known as the weka, is a flightless bird native to New Zealand.
Gallirallus is a genus of ground-dwelling birds in the rail family.
The Gallirallus species exhibit a range of plumage and size variations, but all share certain morphological characteristics.
The Gallirallus philippensis, also known as the Philippine rail, is a critically endangered species.
