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caprimulgus

/ˌkæp.rɪˈmʌl.ɡəs/

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noun

/ˌkæp.rɪˈmʌl.ɡəs/formalscientific
  • ruНаучное существительное, обозначающее типовой род птиц семейства Caprimulgidae, включающий козодоев и родственные виды.

A scientific noun referring to the type genus of the bird family Caprimulgidae, which includes nightjars and related species.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Type genus of the CaprimulgidaeC2formalscientific

    A genus of nocturnal birds commonly known as nightjars, characterized by their cryptic plumage and insectivorous diet.

    ruТиповой род семейства Caprimulgidae

    • The Caprimulgus genus includes species like the European nightjar.
    • Ornithologists study the migratory patterns of Caprimulgus birds.
    • Caprimulgus species are known for their distinctive churring calls.
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  • caprimulgi plural form
  • caprimulgi' possessive plural form
  • caprimulgus's possessive singular form