Caprimulgiformes
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- noun
- /ˌkæprɪˈmʌlɡɪfɔːrmiːz/
- Specialized
- The Caprimulgiformes include unique birds like the oilbird and various nightjars.
Examples
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Many Caprimulgiformes are known for their camouflaged plumage and quiet flight at night.
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Scientists discovered a new species within the Caprimulgiformes order in the Amazon rainforest.
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The Caprimulgiformes are fascinating nocturnal birds.
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Did you know that Caprimulgiformes include the common nightjar?
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Many Caprimulgiformes are known for their camouflaged plumage and silent behavior during the night.
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Scientists discovered a new species within the Caprimulgiformes order in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
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The Caprimulgiformes consist of fascinating birds such as the oilbird and various species of nightjars.
Synonyms
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A group of birds active at night, like nightjars, frogmouths, and oilbirds
Compounds
- Specialized
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A group of birds active at night, like nightjars, frogmouths, and oilbirds
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Caprimulgiformes comes from the old Latin name caprimulgus, built from capri- 'goat' and mulg- 'to milk', because people once believed these night birds sucked milk from goats. That's why this group of night birds was called 'goat-suckers', even though they actually eat insects or fruit and are known for their wide mouths and soft feathers.