Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
picus
Noun
/ˈpɪkəs/
Definition
Picus refers to a genus of birds in the woodpecker family.
Examples
- The picus is known for its distinctive pecking behavior on trees.
- In folklore, the picus was often associated with various cultural meanings related to wilderness and nature.
Meaning
In ornithology, ‘picus’ is commonly associated with several species of woodpeckers, particularly referring to the great spotted woodpecker in Europe.
Synonyms
- Woodpecker
- Drummer
- Tree pecker
