Parus robustus

Parus robustus
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Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Passeriformes
Family: Paridae
Genus: Parus
Species:
†P. robustus
Binomial name
†Parus robustus
Kessler, 2013

Parus robustus is an extinct species of Parus that inhabited Hungary during the Neogene period.[1]

Etymology

The specific epithet is derived from its larger size. It was larger than the extant great tit (Parus major).[1]

References

  1. ^ a b Eugen Kessler (2013). "Neogene songbirds (Aves, Passeriformes) from Hungary" (PDF). Hantkeniana. Contributions of the Department of Palaeontology. Eötvös University. 8: 37–149. Archived from the original (PDF) on 9 January 2014. Retrieved 10 January 2014.
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