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Vocabulary Entry
passerine
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A type of bird that is part of the order Passeriformes, often characterized by their perching habits.
Example Sentences
"The passerine sang beautifully from the treetop."
"Biologists study passerines to understand avian behavior."
"Many passerines migrate south for the winter."
A
adjective
Relating to or denoting a group of birds that are typically perching birds.
Example Sentences
"The passerine species in this region are incredibly diverse."
"She has a special interest in passerine characteristics."
"The passerine population has been affected by habitat loss."