Emberizidae
Definition
- Noun (plural, treated as singular or plural):
- A family of passerine birds: Emberizidae is the scientific family name for a group of small to medium-sized seed-eating birds, primarily including buntings and certain New World sparrows. These birds are characterized by their conical bills adapted for cracking seeds.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Emberizidae family contains over 300 species.
- Birdwatchers study the migration patterns of Emberizidae.
- The song of many Emberizidae is simple and repetitive.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss this specific bird family.
- Recent DNA studies have led to the reclassification of some species within the Emberizidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Emberizid (noun/adjective): A member of the Emberizidae family; relating to this family.
- The emberizid perched on the fence post. (noun)
- The guide described the bird's emberizid characteristics. (adjective)
Synonyms
- Bunting family: A common name for the family.
- New World sparrows and buntings: A descriptive synonym referencing key member groups.
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Passerine: Refers to the perching bird order (Passeriformes) to which this family belongs.
- Fringillidae: The finch family, a related group sometimes compared or contrasted with Emberizidae in ornithology.
Noun
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buntings and some New World sparrows
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