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trochilus [ˈtrɒkɪləs] n pl -li [-ˌlaɪ] 1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Animals) another name for hummingbird 2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Animals) any of several Old World warblers, esp Phylloscopus trochilus (willow warbler) [via Latin from Greek trokhilos name of a small Egyptian bird said by ancient writers to pick the teeth of crocodiles, from trekhein to run] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Two species of humming-birds are common; Trochilus forficatus is found over a space of 2500 miles on the west coast, from the hot dry country of Lima, to the forests of Tierra del Fuego -- where it may be seen flitting about in snow-storms. |
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