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Term: genus Coragyps

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: In biology, genus Coragyps refers to a taxonomic grouping that comprises a specific group of New World vultures.

Sample Sentence: The genus Coragyps includes two species, the turkey vulture (Coragyps atratus) and the lesser yellow-headed vulture (Coragyps occidentalis).

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to or characteristic of the genus Coragyps.

Sample Sentence: The study focused on the nesting behaviors of the genus Coragyps vultures.

Part of Speech: Local Common Noun

Sense 1: In local vernacular, the term "genus Coragyps" may refer to a specific type or group of vultures that are commonly found in a particular region.

Sample Sentence: In the local area, the genus Coragyps is often seen circling the skies, scavenging for carrion.

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