Fringillidae

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Definition

Noun 1. A large family of passerine birds: Fringillidae is the scientific family name for a diverse group of small to medium-sized songbirds commonly known as finches. Members of this family are typically characterized by stout, conical bills adapted for eating seeds.

Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The goldfinch, a member of Fringillidae, is noted for its bright yellow plumage.
    • Ornithologists study the evolutionary relationships within Fringillidae.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic classification: The term is used in scientific and academic contexts to categorize and discuss birds belonging to this specific family within the order Passeriformes.
    • The research paper focused on the migratory patterns of several species in Fringillidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Fringillid (noun/adjective): A less common term referring to a member of the Fringillidae family or relating to it.
    • The island is home to an endemic fringillid.
Synonyms
  • Finches (common name): This is the general, non-scientific term for birds in the Fringillidae family.
  • True finches: A term sometimes used to distinguish members of Fringillidae from other birds casually called "finches" in different families.
Related Terms (Contextual)
  • Passerine: Refers to the perching bird order (Passeriformes) to which Fringillidae belongs.
  • Carduelinae: A subfamily within Fringillidae that includes goldfinches, siskins, and redpolls.
  • Emberizidae: The bunting family, now often included within an expanded Fringillidae family in some modern classifications.
Noun
  1. finches: goldfinches; bullfinches; chaffinches; siskins; canaries; cardinals; grosbeaks; crossbills; linnets; buntings

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