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bluebill

Scientific Name: Clematis pitcheri

Family: Ranunculaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Vine

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: IN (pitcher leather-flower)

       

Bluebill: A Multifaceted Name

This page explores the various meanings and associations connected to the term "bluebill." It's important to note that "bluebill" doesn't refer to a single entity but encompasses several distinct subjects, from birds and fish to ships and even organizations.

Different Meanings of "Bluebill"

  • Greater Scaup (Aythya marila): In North America, the term "bluebill" is a colloquial name for the greater scaup, a mid-sized diving duck. The name likely derives from its distinctive bluish-grey bill. The lesser scaup is also known as bluebill.
  • Western Bluebill (Spermophaga haematina): This is a species of bird belonging to the estrildid finch family (Estrildidae). These birds are found in tropical Africa and are known for being gregarious seed eaters.
  • A small fish: The term "bluebill" refers to a small fish, which is considered a favorite food for bluefish.
  • Ship: BLUEBILL is the name of a Bulk Carrier registered in Cyprus with IMO 9263306, MMSI 210684000.
  • Blue Bill: A member of the Anti Ku-Klux-Klan group.

Aythya marila (Greater Scaup)

  • Common Name: Bluebill (in North America)
  • Taxonomy:
    • Genus: Aythya
  • Distribution: This diving duck is found in Europe and North America.
  • Morphology: Has a distinctive bluish-grey bill.

Spermophaga haematina (Western Bluebill)

  • Common Name: Western Bluebill
  • Taxonomy:
    • Order: PASSERIFORMES
    • Family: Estrildidae (Waxbills, Munias and allies)
    • Genus: Spermophaga
  • Distribution: Found in tropical Africa.
  • Habitat: Tropical regions.
  • Diet: Seed eater.

Resources

  • Wikipedia: Has an article on bluebill.
  • Wikispecies: Has information on Aythya.