apterygidae

Thân thiện

The kiwi, a member of the Apterygidae family, forages for insects in the forest.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A family of birds: "Apterygidae" is the scientific name for the family of flightless birds that is coextensive with the order Apterygiformes. This family contains the living species known as kiwis.

Usage

• The word "Apterygidae" is used in formal, scientific contexts such as zoology, ornithology, and biological taxonomy. It specifically refers to the taxonomic family grouping.
• It is typically used with a singular verb when referring to the family as a single taxonomic unit.
  • Example: Apterygidae is a family native to New Zealand.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The flightless birds belonging to Apterygidae are characterized by their long beaks and hair-like feathers.
  • All extant species of kiwi are classified under the family Apterygidae.

Advanced Usage

• In phylogenetic studies, the position of Apterygidae within the ratite birds is often discussed.
• The conservation status of members of the Apterygidae family is a subject of significant ecological concern.

Variants and Related Words

• Apteryx (n): The genus name within the family Apterygidae, comprising the kiwi species.
  • The North Island brown kiwi is classified as Apteryx mantelli.
• Kiwi (n): The common name for any bird species within the family Apterygidae.
• Apterygiformes (n): The biological order to which the family Apterygidae belongs.

Synonyms

• Kiwi family: A common, non-scientific synonym for Apterygidae.

Notes

• "Apterygidae" is a proper noun in a scientific context and is often capitalized. It does not have associated phrasal verbs or idioms in general English usage.

Học thuật

Noun

1. coextensive with the order Apterygiformes

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Apterygidae
• family Apterygidae