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tyto

/ˈtaɪ.təʊ/

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noun

/ˈtaɪ.təʊ/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название рода, относящегося к типовому и единственному роду семейства птиц Tytonidae, которое включает сипух.

A scientific genus name referring to the type and only genus of the bird family Tytonidae, which includes barn owls.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Genus of barn owlsC2formalscientific

    A genus of birds in the barn owl family, Tytonidae, characterized by heart-shaped facial discs and long legs.

    ruРод сипух

    • The Tyto alba, or barn owl, is the most widely distributed species of owl.
    • Researchers are studying the hunting behavior of various Tyto species.
    • The Tyto genus includes several species found on different continents.