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Apterygidae

Apterygidae

9.9
A family of flightless birds from New Zealand that includes kiwis
  • noun
  • /ˌæp.təˈrɪɡ.ɪ.di/
  • Specialized
: Apterygidae
  • The Apterygidae are endemic to New Zealand and are best represented by the kiwi.

Examples

  • Scientists study the Apterygidae to understand the evolution of flightlessness in birds.

  • The conservation of Apterygidae species is a priority due to their unique ecological role.

  • The Apterygidae family includes unique birds found only in New Zealand.

  • Did you know that the Apterygidae are flightless birds?

  • The Apterygidae family includes the kiwi, a bird that is a symbol of New Zealand.

  • Efforts to protect Apterygidae species are essential for preserving New Zealand's unique wildlife.

  • The Apterygidae are known for their distinctive long beaks and nocturnal behavior.

Synonyms

family Apterygidae
vsApterygidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of flightless birds from New Zealand that includes the kiwi

is the simple term for the same bird family without the order detail

Compounds

family Apterygidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of flightless birds from New Zealand that includes the kiwi

Surface Forms

Apterygidae singular
Apterygidae plural

Morphology

Apterygidae = Apteryx (opaque) = apteryg + idae

Formed by adding the scientific family suffix '-idae' to the genus name Apteryx; this taxonomic formation is specialized and not transparent to general learners.

Etymology

The word Apterygidae comes from Greek parts a- meaning 'without' and pteryx meaning 'wing'. So it literally means 'without wings' and is used for the flightless kiwi family of New Zealand.