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tichodroma

/ˌtɪk.əˈdrəʊ.mə/

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noun

/ˌtɪk.əˈdrəʊ.mə/formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название рода стенолазов — маленьких птиц, которые лазают по вертикальным поверхностям; в некоторых классификациях этот род относят к семейству поползневых.

A scientific genus name for wall creepers, small birds that climb vertical surfaces; in some classifications, this genus is placed within the family Sittidae.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C2formal

    A genus of birds known as wall creepers, often classified in the family Sittidae, characterized by their ability to climb vertical surfaces.

    ruСтенолаз

    • The Tichodroma is a small bird that climbs rock faces with ease.
    • Ornithologists study the Tichodroma for its unique climbing adaptations.
    • In some classifications, Tichodroma is placed within the family Sittidae.