Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Monoceros

👉 Monoceros, a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, is characterized by its single sepals and petals. These species are known for their tall stature and distinctive flowers, which feature a single sepal that is broader than the other petals. Monoceros flowers often have a bright yellow color and may also have white or purple petals.

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👉 Monoceros is a genus of extinct birds that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, roughly around 96 million years ago. The specific name "monoceros" comes from the Latin word meaning "one with one eye," which suggests they were unique in their mode of flight and had a single eyelid for visual purposes.

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