coraciiformes

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • An order of birds: "Coraciiformes" is the scientific name for a taxonomic order of typically brightly colored, often tropical birds. This order includes families such as rollers, kingfishers, hornbills, hoopoes, motmots, bee-eaters, and todies.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Coraciiformes is a diverse order of birds, many of which are known for their vibrant plumage.
  • Kingfishers and bee-eaters are both classified within the order Coraciiformes.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific/ornithological contexts: The term is used primarily in formal biological classification and academic writing to group these related bird families.
  • The phylogenetic relationships within the Coraciiformes are a subject of ongoing research.

Variants and Related Words

• Coraciiform (adj): Of or relating to the order Coraciiformes.
  • The exhibit featured several coraciiform species.

Synonyms

• Coraciiform birds: A descriptive synonym referring to the birds belonging to this order.

Học thuật

Noun

1. rollers; kingfishers; hornbills; hoopoes; motmots; bee eaters; todies

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Coraciiformes
• order Coraciiformes