heterodactylae (Meaning)
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heterodactylae (n. pl.)
A group of birds including the trogons.
Synonyms & Antonyms of heterodactylae
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heterodactylae Sentence Examples
- Heterodactylae, with their partially webbed feet, are common among penguins and other aquatic birds.
- The heterodactylous feet of gecko lizards enable them to climb vertical surfaces with ease.
- Heterodactylae often possess specialized claws or spurs on one or more toes for defense or traction.
- Certain tree-dwelling frogs have heterodactylous feet adapted for grasping branches and leaves.
- The heterodactylous toes of chameleons provide superior grip while navigating through dense foliage.
- Heterodactylae in bats are crucial for maneuvering during flight and hanging upside down.
- The heterodactylous foot of the platypus is an adaptation for both swimming and digging.
- Heterochrony, a form of evolutionary divergence, can lead to heterodactylae in different species.
- Studies of heterodactylous birds reveal insights into their locomotion and ecological niches.
- Heterodactylae serve a variety of functional roles, from locomotion to prey capture and defense in diverse animal groups.
FAQs About the word heterodactylae
A group of birds including the trogons.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Heterodactylae, with their partially webbed feet, are common among penguins and other aquatic birds.
The heterodactylous feet of gecko lizards enable them to climb vertical surfaces with ease.
Heterodactylae often possess specialized claws or spurs on one or more toes for defense or traction.
Certain tree-dwelling frogs have heterodactylous feet adapted for grasping branches and leaves.
