Alcedinidae
Definition
Noun 1. Kingfishers: A family of small to medium-sized, brightly colored birds in the order Coraciiformes. They are characterized by their large heads, long, sharp, pointed bills, short legs, and stubby tails. Most species are known for diving into water to catch fish, though some species hunt in other habitats.
Usage
- The term "Alcedinidae" is used as the formal, scientific family name in biological taxonomy and ornithology to classify all kingfisher species.
- It is typically used in academic, scientific, or birdwatching contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The Alcedinidae family is divided into three subfamilies: the river kingfishers, the tree kingfishers, and the water kingfishers.
- Researchers studied the migratory patterns of several species within the Alcedinidae.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Hierarchy: In scientific classification, "Alcedinidae" specifies a particular family rank.
- The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) belongs to the family Alcedinidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Kingfisher (n): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Alcedinidae.
- We saw a kingfisher perched by the river.
- Alcedinid (n/adj): A less common term referring to a member of the Alcedinidae family or relating to it.
- The alcedinid beak is perfectly adapted for catching prey.
Synonyms
- Kingfishers: This is the standard common name and functional synonym for the birds comprising the Alcedinidae family.
Notes
- There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with the scientific term "Alcedinidae." Its usage is confined to formal biological classification.
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