Definition

1. Noun:
   • A family of birds known as bowerbirds: "family Ptilonorhynchidae" is the scientific taxonomic name for the family of passerine birds commonly called bowerbirds. These birds are known for their unique courtship behavior, where males build elaborate structures (bowers) and decorate them to attract females.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The family Ptilonorhynchidae is endemic to Australia and New Guinea.
  • Ornithologists study the complex mating rituals within the family Ptilonorhynchidae.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss this specific bird family.
  • The research paper focused on the evolutionary history of the family Ptilonorhynchidae.

Variants and Related Words

• Ptilonorhynchidae (n): The same term, often used without "family" in taxonomic lists.
• Bowerbird (n): The common name for any bird belonging to this family.
  • The satin bowerbird is a well-known member of the family Ptilonorhynchidae.

Synonyms

• Bowerbirds: The common English name for the family.

Related Terms (Note: Not phrasal verbs or idioms, as this is a scientific noun)

• Passerine (adj/n): Relating to the perching birds, the order (Passeriformes) to which this family belongs.
• Bower (n): The structure built by male bowerbirds as part of their courtship display.

Noun

1. bowerbirds