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Rook

Corvus frugilegus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Corvidae ›Genus: Corvus

About

The rook (Corvus frugilegus) is a member of the family Corvidae in the passerine order of birds. It was given its binomial name by Carl Linnaeus in 1758, The binomial is from Latin; Corvus is for "raven", and frugilegus is Latin for "fruit-gathering", from frux, frugis, "fruit", and legere, "to pick". The English name is ultimately derived from the bird's harsh call.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rook?
The scientific name of Rook is Corvus frugilegus.
What kingdom does Rook belong to?
Rook belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Rook belong to?
Rook belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Rook belong to?
Rook belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Rook belong to?
Rook belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Rook belong to?
Rook belongs to the family Corvidae.
What genus does Rook belong to?
Rook belongs to the genus Corvus.