cuculiformes
Definition
- Noun:
- An order of birds: "Cuculiformes" is the scientific name for a taxonomic order of birds that includes cuckoos, roadrunners, coucals, anis, and turacos (also spelled touracos). These birds are often characterized by their zygodactyl feet (two toes pointing forward and two backward) and, in many species, their brood parasitic behavior.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Cuculiformes order is diverse, containing both parasitic and non-parasitic species.
- Ornithologists study the unique vocalizations of birds in the order Cuculiformes.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific taxonomy: The term is used primarily in zoological and ornithological contexts to classify and discuss this specific group of birds.
- The phylogenetic relationships within Cuculiformes are a subject of ongoing research.
Variants and Related Words
- Cuculiform (adj): Relating to or characteristic of the order Cuculiformes.
- The museum displayed a specimen with distinct cuculiform features.
Synonyms
- Cuckoo order: A common, informal name for this taxonomic group.
Noun
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cuckoos; touracos; etc.
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