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rynchops

/ˈrɪŋ.kɒps/

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noun

/ˈrɪŋ.kɒps/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод птиц семейства водорезовых, широко известных как водорезы, характеризующийся уникальным строением клюва, приспособленным для разрезания поверхности воды в полете.

A genus of birds in the family Rynchopidae, commonly known as skimmers, characterized by their unique bill structure adapted for skimming the water surface while in flight.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Genus of skimmersC2formalscientific

    A genus of birds in the family Rynchopidae, commonly known as skimmers, characterized by their unique knife-like lower mandible used for catching fish.

    ruРод водорезов

    • The Rynchops genus includes species like the black skimmer.
    • Rynchops birds are known for their distinctive feeding technique.
    • Ornithologists study Rynchops to understand their unique bill adaptation.

    Synonymsskimmer