ramphastidae
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Definition
Noun: - A family of birds comprising the toucans: Ramphastidae is the scientific family name for toucans, which are tropical American birds characterized by their large, often brightly colored, and lightweight bills.
Usage
- As a taxonomic term: Used in ornithology and scientific contexts to classify and discuss this specific family of birds.
- The Ramphastidae family includes about 40 species.
- Researchers studied the foraging behavior of Ramphastidae.
Advanced Usage
- In academic writing: The term is used in biological classifications, research papers, and field guides.
- The phylogenetic study confirmed the placement of the genus within Ramphastidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Ramphastid (adjective): Pertaining to the toucan family (Ramphastidae).
- The exhibit featured several ramphastid species.
- Toucan (noun): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Ramphastidae.
- The toucan's bill is a hallmark of the Ramphastidae.
Synonyms
- Toucan family: The common English equivalent for the scientific term Ramphastidae.
Noun
- toucans