ptilonorhynchidae
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Definition
- Noun:
- A family of birds: "Ptilonorhynchidae" is the scientific family name for a group of birds commonly known as bowerbirds. These birds are known for their unique behavior of building elaborate structures, called bowers, to attract mates.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Ptilonorhynchidae are fascinating to ornithologists due to their complex mating rituals.
- Species within the family Ptilonorhynchidae are found primarily in New Guinea and Australia.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The term is used in formal biological classification.
- The genus Ptilonorhynchus is a member of the family Ptilonorhynchidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Bowerbird (n): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Ptilonorhynchidae.
- The satin bowerbird is a well-known member of the Ptilonorhynchidae.
- Bower (n): The structure built by male bowerbirds.
- The male's bower is central to the courtship display in Ptilonorhynchidae.
Synonyms
- Bowerbirds: The common English name for the family.
- Ave family Ptilonorhynchidae: A more formal synonym used in scientific literature.
Related Phrases
- Family Ptilonorhynchidae: The standard phrase used in zoological taxonomy.
- The research paper focused on the evolution of the Family Ptilonorhynchidae.
Noun
- bowerbirds