What is another word for Genus Meleagris?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs mˈɛliːɡɹˌɪs] (IPA) 
Genus Meleagris, also known as the wild turkey, is a globally recognized species of bird. However, there are several synonyms used for this genus name. One of the common alternate names is "Gallopavo," which is derived from the Latin word "gallus" meaning cock and "pavo" meaning peafowl. Another synonym is "meleagridis," which is a combination of two Latin words, "melea" meaning guinea fowl and "agris" meaning wild. Other less common synonyms for Genus Meleagris include "meleagrinae" and "meleagritta." Regardless of the name used, these birds are a popular game bird and a staple of holiday meals in North America.
