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tanager

 

[ หˆtรฆnษ™dส’ษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

A tanager is a small to medium-sized brightly colored bird belonging to the family Thraupidae, primarily found in the New World, especially in the tropics. These birds are known for their vibrant plumage, which often includes shades of yellow, red, orange, and blue. Tanagers inhabit a variety of environments, including forests, woodlands, and gardens. Many species are social and can be observed in mixed-species flocks. They primarily feed on fruits, nectar, and insects, playing a crucial role in their ecosystems as pollinators and seed dispersers.

Synonyms

songbird, thraupid

Examples of usage

  • The scarlet tanager is easily recognizable by its bright red feathers.
  • A flock of tanagers brightened the forest with their colorful plumage.
  • Birdwatchers flock to the area hoping to spot rare tanager species.

Translations

Translations of the word "tanager" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tangarรก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคพเคจเค—เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tangare

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tanager

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐะฝะฐะณั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tanagers

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใƒณใ‚ฌใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tangara

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tรกngara

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tanager

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒ€๋‚˜๊ฑฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุงู†ุฌุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tanager

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tanager

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ”็บณ้ธŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tanagra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tanager

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะฝะฐะณั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒœแƒแƒ’แƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tanagar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tรกngara

Etymology

The word 'tanager' dates back to the late 16th century, derived from the Spanish term 'tรกngara.' This Spanish word itself probably comes from the Galician word 'tanxara.' The etymology is somewhat unclear, but it is believed that the name originated from Indigenous languages of the Americas, possibly reflecting the colorful appearance of the birds. Tanagers first became known to European naturalists during the age of exploration when they encountered these vividly colored birds in the New World. The classification of tanagers has evolved significantly over time, as ornithologists have studied their relationships with other bird families. Today, the tanager family is known to consist of over 240 species, showcasing a wide array of colors and traits.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,479, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.