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Genus bonasa

Description

Genus bonasa is a classification of birds in the family Phasianidae. It includes species commonly known as grouse. The genus belongs to the order Galliformes and is characterized by medium-sized birds with compact bodies and short wings.

Senses

1. Noun: A genus of birds in the family Phasianidae, including species commonly known as grouse.
2. Noun: The scientific name for the genus of grouse birds.

Usages

Popular: Genus bonasa consists of several species of grouse, such as the ruffed grouse and the spruce grouse.

Local: Hunting these woodland-dwelling genus bonasa can be quite challenging due to their excellent camouflage.

Sample Sentences

• The ruffed grouse is one of the most well-known species within the genus bonasa.
• Scientists are studying the evolutionary history of genus bonasa to better understand the diversity within the Phasianidae family.
• We encountered a group of local hunters who were tracking genus bonasa in the nearby forest.

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