family Furnariidae
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic family of birds: "Family Furnariidae" is the scientific name for a large family of passerine birds commonly known as ovеnbirds or horneros, primarily found in Central and South America. They are characterized by their diverse foraging habits and often build elaborate, oven-shaped nests.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Family Furnariidae includes over 300 species of suboscine birds.
- Biologists study the nesting behavior of the Family Furnariidae.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: Used in scientific and ornithological contexts to classify a specific group within the order Passeriformes.
- The species was reclassified within the Family Furnariidae based on genetic data.
Variants and Related Words
- Furnariid (noun/adjective): A member of the Family Furnariidae; pertaining to this family.
- The furnariid's call is distinct.
- Ovenbird (noun): A common name for many birds in this family, notably those in the genus .
- The Rufous Hornero is a well-known ovenbird in the Family Furnariidae.
Synonyms
- Ovenbirds (as a common name for the family).
- Horneros (common name for certain genera within the family).
Related Terms
- Suboscine (adj/noun): Refers to a suborder of passerine birds to which Family Furnariidae belongs.
- Furnariidae is a major family of suboscine birds.
- Passerine (adj/noun): Relating to the perching birds, the order which includes this family.
- All members of Family Furnariidae are passerines.
Noun
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e.g. ovenbirds
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