apterygidae (Meaning)
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apterygidae (n)
coextensive with the order Apterygiformes
Synonyms & Antonyms of apterygidae
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
apterygidae Sentence Examples
- Apterygidae, or kiwis, are flightless birds endemic to New Zealand.
- The members of the family Apterygidae are characterized by their small size, long beaks, and dense, shaggy plumage.
- Apterygidae are primarily nocturnal, foraging for insects, worms, and berries under the cover of darkness.
- The distinctively shaped bills of Apterygidae are adapted for probing and extracting prey from the forest floor.
- Apterygidae are unique among birds in that they have nostrils located at the tip of their bills, aiding in their sense of smell.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the habitats of Apterygidae and ensure their survival in the face of habitat loss and introduced predators.
- Despite their small size, Apterygidae lay some of the largest eggs relative to their body size of any bird species.
- The taxonomy of the family Apterygidae includes five extant species: the North Island brown kiwi, the Little Spotted kiwi, the Okarito kiwi, the Great Spotted kiwi, and the Rowi.
- Apterygidae are emblematic of New Zealand's unique biodiversity and are considered national icons.
- Scientists continue to study the behavior, ecology, and genetics of Apterygidae to better understand their evolutionary history and inform conservation strategies.
FAQs About the word apterygidae
coextensive with the order Apterygiformes
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Apterygidae, or kiwis, are flightless birds endemic to New Zealand.
The members of the family Apterygidae are characterized by their small size, long beaks, and dense, shaggy plumage.
Apterygidae are primarily nocturnal, foraging for insects, worms, and berries under the cover of darkness.
The distinctively shaped bills of Apterygidae are adapted for probing and extracting prey from the forest floor.
