Lagopus: meaning, definitions and examples

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lagopus

 

[ lษ™หˆษกoสŠpษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

avian species

Lagopus refers to a genus of birds commonly known as ptarmigans. They are adapted to cold environments, with feathers that provide excellent insulation and camouflage against snow. Ptarmigans are found in the Arctic and subarctic regions and exhibit seasonal color changes to blend in with their surroundings.

Synonyms

game bird, ptarmigan

Examples of usage

  • The lagopus is known for its white plumage in winter.
  • I spotted a lagopus while hiking in the tundra.
  • Lagopuses are often hunted for sport in northern countries.
  • The lagopus can change its color to match the seasons.

Translations

Translations of the word "lagopus" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅˆเค—เฅ‹เคชเฅ‚เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะณะพะฟัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใ‚ดใƒ—ใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ผ๊ณ ํ‘ธ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุงุฌูˆุจูŠุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้›ทๆˆˆๆ™ฎๆ–ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐะณะพะฟัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ’แƒแƒžแƒฃแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lagopus

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lagopus

Word origin

The word 'lagopus' comes from the Greek words 'lagos', meaning 'hare', and 'pous', meaning 'foot'. The name was chosen due to the bird's feathered feet that resemble the furry feet of a hare, which helps them navigate snowy terrain. This genus was first described in the 18th century by naturalists who were studying birds in northern climates. Due to their unique adaptations and behaviors, lagopus species were of particular interest to ornithologists and ecologists alike. Over the years, research has expanded on their specific ranges, habits, and conservation status, as they are sensitive to climate change and habitat disruption. Lagopus has become a term symbolizing resilience in extreme environments.