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Menuridae

Menuridae

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A family of Australian birds called lyrebirds with long tail feathers that copy sounds
  • noun
  • /məˈnʊrɪˌdeɪ/
  • Specialized
: Menuridae
  • Within Menuridae, the superb lyrebird is particularly famous for its impressive tail display.

Examples

  • The family Menuridae consists of two species known as lyrebirds, native to Australia.

  • During mating season, males of the Menuridae family perform elaborate displays to attract females with their striking tail feathers.

  • Scientists have long studied the mimicry skills unique to the Menuridae.

  • The Menuridae family includes some of the most fascinating birds.

  • Have you ever seen a Menuridae in the wild?

  • The Menuridae family features stunning lyrebirds that can imitate various sounds, including chainsaws and camera shutters.

  • Researchers are captivated by the Menuridae due to their remarkable ability to copy songs and other sounds from their environment.

Surface Forms

Menuridae singular
Menuridaes plural

Etymology

Menuridae comes from the bird genus Menura plus the scientific ending -idae, which means 'family' in animal names. So Menuridae is the 'family' name for the Australian lyrebirds, the birds famous for their long tail and amazing mimicry.