Definition

Noun 1. A taxonomic family of birds: Family Bucconidae refers to a specific biological family of near-passerine birds commonly known as puffbirds. They are characterized by their large heads, stout bills, and fluffy plumage, and are native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Usage Examples

• The family Bucconidae includes several genera, such as and .
• Ornithologists study the nesting habits of birds in the family Bucconidae.
• This species belongs to the family Bucconidae, which distinguishes it from similar-looking jacamars.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used in scientific classification to denote a specific rank (family) within the order Piciformes.
  • The order Piciformes includes the family Bucconidae and the family Galbulidae (jacamars).

Variants and Related Words

• Bucconid (noun/adjective): A member of the family Bucconidae; relating to this family.
  • The bucconid sat motionless on the branch.
• Puffbird (noun): The common name for any bird within the family Bucconidae.
  • We spotted a white-whiskered puffbird in the forest.

Synonyms

• Puffbirds (common name)
• Bucconids (scientific common name)

Related Terms (Scientific Context)

• Family Galbulidae: The family of jacamars, which are the closest relatives to puffbirds within the same order.
• Order Piciformes: The larger taxonomic order that includes woodpeckers, toucans, honeyguides, and the family Bucconidae.

Noun

1. puffbirds