Definition

Proper noun * Family Phoenicopteridae: The taxonomic family comprising all species of flamingos. These are large, long-legged, long-necked wading birds known for their distinctive pink or reddish plumage, which comes from carotenoid pigments in their diet.

Usage

• The term "Family Phoenicopteridae" is used in formal, scientific contexts such as ornithology, zoology, and biological classification.
• It refers to the entire biological family as a single taxonomic group.

Examples

• In biological taxonomy, flamingos are classified under Family Phoenicopteridae.
• All modern flamingo species belong to Family Phoenicopteridae.
• The evolutionary history of Family Phoenicopteridae is a subject of scientific study.

Advanced Usage

• The name is often used in contrast to other bird families to highlight the unique characteristics of flamingos.
  • While both are waterbirds, herons (Family Ardeidae) are distinct from members of Family Phoenicopteridae.

Variants and Related Words

• Phoenicopteridae: The standardized, non-colloquial form of the family name, used identically in scientific literature.
• Phoenicopterid (noun/adjective): A member of the Phoenicopteridae family; relating to this family.
  • The fossil record provides evidence of ancient phoenicopterids.
• Flamingo (common noun): The common name for any bird within Family Phoenicopteridae.

Synonyms

• Flamingos: The common English name for the birds constituting this family.

Noun

1. flamingos