anhingidae
Definition
- Noun:
- A family of fish-eating birds: "Anhingidae" is the scientific family name for a group of water birds commonly known as darters or snakebirds. These birds are characterized by their long, slender necks and sharp, pointed bills used for spearing fish.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The Anhingidae are often seen perched with their wings spread to dry. (The family Anhingidae are often seen perched with their wings spread to dry.)
- Ornithologists study the unique hunting techniques of the Anhingidae. (Ornithologists study the unique hunting techniques of the Anhingidae.)
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used formally in biological classification to denote the specific family within the order Suliformes.
- The genus Anhinga is the sole extant genus within the family Anhingidae. (The genus Anhinga is the sole extant genus within the family Anhingidae.)
Variants and Related Words
- Anhinga (n): The common name for birds within the family Anhingidae, also the name of the primary genus.
- An anhinga dove beneath the water's surface. (An anhinga dove beneath the water's surface.)
- Darter (n): A common name for birds of the family Anhingidae, referring to their swift, spearing motion when hunting.
- The darter is an expert fisher. (The darter is an expert fisher.)
- Snakebird (n): Another common name for these birds, alluding to their snake-like neck and head when swimming.
- From a distance, the snakebird resembled a serpent moving through the water. (From a distance, the snakebird resembled a serpent moving through the water.)
Synonyms
- Darters: Common name for birds in the Anhingidae family.
- Snakebirds: Common name for birds in the Anhingidae family.
Related Phrases
(This term is a scientific taxonomic name and does not commonly form phrasal verbs or idioms.)
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