strigiformes
Definition
- Noun:
- An order of birds of prey: Strigiformes is the scientific taxonomic order that comprises all owl species. These birds are characterized by their upright stance, large heads, binocular vision, binaural hearing, sharp talons, and feathers adapted for silent flight.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The order Strigiformes includes both barn owls and true owls.
- Ornithologists study the evolutionary history of Strigiformes.
- These fossils provide new insights into the early Strigiformes.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used formally in scientific writing to refer to the entire biological order.
- The specimen was classified within the order Strigiformes.
Variants and Related Words
- Strigiform (adj): Of or relating to the order Strigiformes; owl-like.
- The strigiform characteristics include facial discs and zygodactyl feet.
Synonyms
- Owls (common noun): The common term for birds belonging to the order Strigiformes.
Notes
- This is a specialized scientific term. In everyday language, the common word "owls" is used instead.
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