family momotidae

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Noun: - Family Momotidae: A taxonomic family of birds within the order Coraciiformes, commonly known as motmots. These birds are primarily found in woodland and forest habitats of the Neotropics (Central and South America). They are characterized by their colorful plumage, serrated beaks, and, in many species, distinctive racket-tipped tail feathers.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The family Momotidae includes several species of colorful, insect-eating birds.
    • Biologists are studying the unique tail-feather morphology within the family Momotidae.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to refer to the specific clade or grouping of motmot species.
    • The phylogenetic study confirmed the placement of the genus Aspatha within the family Momotidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Momotidae: The standard form of the taxonomic family name.
  • Motmot (n): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Momotidae.
    • We saw a blue-crowned motmot during our hike.
Synonyms
  • Motmot family: A less formal, descriptive synonym.
  • Neotropical motmots: A descriptive term referencing their geographic distribution.
Related Terms (Scientific Context)
  • Coraciiformes (n): The avian order that includes the family Momotidae, along with kingfishers, bee-eaters, and rollers.
  • Genus Momotus (n): A prominent genus within the family Momotidae, containing several motmot species.
Noun
  1. a family of birds of the order Coraciiformes

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