Coloeus

Translingual

Etymology

From Ancient Greek κολοιός (koloiós, jackdaw).

Proper noun

Coloeus m

  1. A taxonomic genus within the family Corvidae – jackdaws.

Usage notes

  • Sometimes considered a subgenus within Corvus.

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Hyponyms

References

  • Gill, F. and Wright, M. (2006) Birds of the World: Recommended English Names, Princeton University Press, →ISBN

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