genus pernis (Meaning)
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genus pernis (n)
a common European bird of prey; dull brown with white-streaked underparts
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus pernis
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus pernis Sentence Examples
- The genus Pernis includes five species of honey buzzards.
- The common honey buzzard (Pernis apivorus) is a widespread species in Eurasia and Africa.
- The Oriental honey buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus) is found in the forests of Southeast Asia.
- The crested honey buzzard (Pernis celebensis) is endemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia.
- The Madagascar honey buzzard (Pernis madagascariensis) is the smallest species in the genus.
- The genus Pernis belongs to the family Accipitridae, which also includes hawks, eagles, and kites.
- Honey buzzards in the genus Pernis are characterized by their long wings and rounded tails.
- The flight of species in the genus Pernis is often described as leisurely and gliding.
- The diet of birds in the genus Pernis primarily consists of insects, particularly wasps and bees.
- The conservation status of species in the genus Pernis varies, with some being listed as vulnerable or endangered.
FAQs About the word genus pernis
a common European bird of prey; dull brown with white-streaked underparts
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Pernis includes five species of honey buzzards.
The common honey buzzard (Pernis apivorus) is a widespread species in Eurasia and Africa.
The Oriental honey buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus) is found in the forests of Southeast Asia.
The crested honey buzzard (Pernis celebensis) is endemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia.
