family Ramphastidae

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Definition

Noun: - Family Ramphastidae: The biological family comprising the toucans, a group of brightly colored, fruit-eating birds native to the Neotropical region, characterized by their large, often vividly hued bills.

Usage
  • Noun:
    • The family Ramphastidae is known for its distinctive members with oversized beaks.
    • Ornithologists study the evolution of bill shape within the family Ramphastidae.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic classification, falls under the order Piciformes, which also includes woodpeckers and barbets.
    • The relationship between the family Ramphastidae and other Piciformes is a subject of research.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ramphastidae (n): The standardized scientific name for the family; often used interchangeably with "family Ramphastidae."
    • Ramphastidae includes genera such as Ramphastos and Aulacorhynchus.
  • Toucan (n): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Ramphastidae.
    • The toucan is the most recognizable member of the family Ramphastidae.
Synonyms
  • Toucan family: A common, non-scientific synonym.
    • The toucan family is found in Central and South American forests.
Related Terms (Contextual)
  • Piciformes: The biological order to which the family Ramphastidae belongs.
  • Neotropical: The biogeographic region that is the primary habitat for the family Ramphastidae.
Noun
  1. toucans

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