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cephalopterus

/ˌsɛf.əˈlɒp.tə.rəs/

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noun

/ˌsɛf.əˈlɒp.tə.rəs/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод птиц, принадлежащих к семейству котинговых, известных своими характерными зонтикообразными хохолками и кожными выростами на горле.

A genus of birds belonging to the family Cotingidae, known for their distinctive umbrella-like crests and throat wattles.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A genus of birds in the family Cotingidae, commonly known as umbrellabirds, characterized by a large crest and a long, hanging throat wattle.

    ruРод птиц

    • The Cephalopterus genus includes the Amazonian umbrellabird.
    • Ornithologists study the unique mating displays of Cephalopterus species.
    • The long wattle of the male Cephalopterus is a distinctive feature.