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Gruiformes

Gruiformes

9.9
A group of birds like cranes, rails and bustards that live in marshes and have long legs and beaks
  • noun
  • /ˈɡruːɪˌfɔːrmiːz/
  • Specialized
: Gruiformes
  • Cranes and rails both belong to the order Gruiformes.

Examples

  • Cranes and rails both belong to the order Gruiformes.

  • The Gruiformes are found in marshes and wetlands around the world.

  • Scientists study the migration of Gruiformes to understand wetland ecosystems.

  • The Gruiformes are fascinating birds found in wetlands.

  • Did you know that Gruiformes include cranes and rails?

  • The Gruiformes are known for their long legs and are commonly found in marshy areas.

  • Scientists study the habitats of Gruiformes to learn more about wetland ecosystems.

Synonyms

order Gruiformes
vsGruiformes
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds that live in marshes and find food by wading, like cranes and rails

is the shorter form that omits the rank word

Compounds

order Gruiformes
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of birds that live in marshes and find food by wading, like cranes and rails

Surface Forms

Gruiformes singular
Gruiformes plural

Etymology

Gruiformes comes from the Latin word grus meaning 'crane' and the ending -formes meaning 'shape' or 'form'. So Gruiformes are 'crane-shaped' birds, which explains why cranes, rails and other long-legged marsh birds belong to this group.