French translation of ichthyornis is 
ichthyornis

Meaning of "ichthyornis" in English

Ichthyornis is an extinct genus of birds that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 100 to 66 million years ago. Known for possessing both avian and reptilian features, Ichthyornis resembled modern seagulls but had teeth, a trait not found in current avian species. Discovered in North America, their fossils give insight into early bird evolution, portraying a remarkable transitional stage between primitive and modern birds. These fascinating creatures showcase the complexity and diversity of avian evolution, bridging the gap between ancient dinosaurs and contemporary birds.

Meaning of "ichthyornis" in French

Ichthyornis est un genre éteint d'oiseaux qui a vécu durant le Crétacé supérieur, il y a environ 100 à 66 millions d'années. Reconnu pour ses caractéristiques à la fois aviennes et reptiliennes, Ichthyornis ressemblait à des mouettes modernes mais possédait des dents, une particularité absente chez les espèces d'oiseaux actuelles. Découverts en Amérique du Nord, leurs fossiles fournissent des indices précieux sur l'évolution précoce des oiseaux, illustrant un stade de transition remarquable entre les oiseaux primitifs et modernes. Ces créatures fascinantes témoignent de la complexité et de la diversité de l'évolution avienne.

Pronunciation of "ichthyornis" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˌɪkθiˈɔrnɪs].

Pronunciation Variations: Typically, there are no significant dialectical variations in the pronunciation of "ichthyornis." However, non-native speakers may exhibit slight variations based on accent, primarily impacting vowel and consonant sounds.

Pronunciation of "ichthyornis" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ik.tjɔʁ.nis].

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation tends to remain consistent across regions, although slight variations may occur due to regional accents, particularly influencing the stress and nasal sounds.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The fossil of an Ichthyornis was discovered in Kansas. (Le fossile d'un Ichthyornis a été découvert au Kansas.)
2. Ichthyornis had teeth, unlike modern birds. (Ichthyornis avait des dents, contrairement aux oiseaux modernes.)
3. Scientists study Ichthyornis to understand bird evolution. (Les scientifiques étudient Ichthyornis pour comprendre l'évolution des oiseaux.)
4. Ichthyornis resembled a modern seagull but with teeth. (Ichthyornis ressemblait à une mouette moderne mais avec des dents.)
5. The discovery of Ichthyornis was pivotal in paleontology. (La découverte d'Ichthyornis fut capitale en paléontologie.)
6. Ichthyornis lived during the Late Cretaceous period. (Ichthyornis vivait durant le Crétacé supérieur.)
7. The teeth of Ichthyornis are a unique feature among birds. (Les dents de l'Ichthyornis sont une caractéristique unique parmi les oiseaux.)
8. Many Ichthyornis fossils have been found in North America. (De nombreux fossiles d'Ichthyornis ont été trouvés en Amérique du Nord.)
9. Ichthyornis provides insight into the transition from dinosaurs to birds. (Ichthyornis offre un aperçu de la transition des dinosaures vers les oiseaux.)
10. Studying Ichthyornis helps scientists trace avian lineage. (Étudier Ichthyornis aide les scientifiques à retracer la lignée avienne.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ichthyornis" in English

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Similar Words: bird, fossil, avian, seagull, dinosaur, Cretaceous, paleontology, evolution, species, extinct.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ichthyornis" in French

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Similar Words: oiseau, fossile, avien, mouette, dinosaure, Crétacé, paléontologie, évolution, espèce, éteint.

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