Galbulidae
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Definition
- Noun:
- A family of tropical American birds: Galbulidae is the scientific family name for a group of near passerine birds known as jacamars.
Usage
- The word "Galbulidae" is used primarily in scientific, ornithological, and academic contexts to classify and refer to this specific family of birds. It is a proper noun (the name of a taxonomic family) and is typically capitalized.
Examples
- Noun:
- The Galbulidae are characterized by their long, sharp bills and brilliant plumage.
- Ornithologists study the feeding habits of the Galbulidae.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used to denote a specific rank (family) in biological classification.
- The order Piciformes includes the family Galbulidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Jacamar (n): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Galbulidae.
- We spotted a rufous-tailed jacamar, a member of the Galbulidae family.
Synonyms
- Jacamar family: A descriptive synonym.
- The jacamar family (Galbulidae) is native to Central and South America.
Noun
- jacamars