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trichoglossus

/ˌtrɪk.əˈɡlɒs.əs/

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noun

/ˌtrɪk.əˈɡlɒs.əs/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод попугаев из подсемейства лориевых, известных своими кистеобразными языками, приспособленными для питания нектаром и пыльцой.

A genus of parrots within the subfamily Loriinae, known for their brush-tipped tongues adapted for feeding on nectar and pollen.

proper noun

  1. A genus of parrotsC2formalscientific

    A genus of small to medium-sized parrots in the subfamily Loriinae, native to Australia and Southeast Asia, known for their brush-tipped tongues adapted for feeding on nectar and pollen.

    ruРод попугаев

    • The Trichoglossus genus includes the rainbow lorikeet, a common species in eastern Australia.
    • Trichoglossus parrots are easily identified by their vibrant plumage and specialized tongues.
    • Researchers observed several species of Trichoglossus feeding on eucalyptus flowers.
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