genus threskiornis (Meaning)
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genus threskiornis (n)
type genus of the Threskiornithidae
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus threskiornis
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus threskiornis Sentence Examples
- The genus Threskiornis comprises a group of ibis species found in various regions of the world.
- The sacred ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) is a sacred bird in ancient Egyptian mythology.
- The Australian white ibis (Threskiornis molucca) is known for its scavenging habits and distinctive plumage.
- The spoonbills in the genus Threskiornis are characterized by their long, spoon-shaped bills, which they use to filter-feed in shallow waters.
- The glossy ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) shares the same genus with the Threskiornis species.
- The black-faced ibis (Threskiornis melanocephalus) is found in Australia and New Guinea and has a distinctive black face and red eyes.
- The olivaceous ibis (Threskiornis spinicollis) is a large wading bird with a long, downward-curved beak.
- The scarlet ibis (Eudocimus ruber) is distantly related to the genus Threskiornis, belonging to a different family.
- The straw-necked ibis (Threskiornis spinicollis) is known for its long neck and straw-colored plumage.
- The royal spoonbill (Platalea regia) is not closely related to the genus Threskiornis, despite its similar appearance.
FAQs About the word genus threskiornis
type genus of the Threskiornithidae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Threskiornis comprises a group of ibis species found in various regions of the world.
The sacred ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) is a sacred bird in ancient Egyptian mythology.
The Australian white ibis (Threskiornis molucca) is known for its scavenging habits and distinctive plumage.
The spoonbills in the genus Threskiornis are characterized by their long, spoon-shaped bills, which they use to filter-feed in shallow waters.
