What is another word for loxia?
Pronunciation: [lˈɒksiə] (IPA) 
Loxia refers to a genus of birds comprising finches known for their specialized beaks for consuming conifer seeds. Some synonyms for loxia that may be used interchangeably include the term "crossbills," which derives from the unique mandibles that often appear crossed or crossed over. The term "parrotbills" is also sometimes used, referring to the bird's stout, parrot-like beak. Other generic synonyms for this bird include "pine grosbeak" or "cone gape." Lastly, the terms "redpoll" and "siskin" may sometimes be used to refer to loxia but these birds belong to different genera altogether.
