Macronectes

ریشه

The name 'Macronectes giganteus' combines the genus name 'Macronectes' derived from the Greek words 'makros' meaning 'large' and 'nektēs' meaning 'swimmer', and the species epithet 'giganteus' meaning 'giant'.

مثال

• Macronectes giganteus is a top predator in the Southern Ocean ecosystem.
• The breeding colonies of Macronectes giganteus are found on subantarctic islands.
• The plumage of Macronectes giganteus varies between adults and juveniles.