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Oscines

Oscines

9.9
A group of birds, like sparrows and finches, that sing complex songs
  • noun
  • /ˈɑsɪˌniːz/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Oscinos
  • There are thousands of species in the Oscines suborder, making it the largest group of songbirds.

Examples

  • In ornithology class, we studied the anatomical differences between Oscines and Suboscines.

  • Many Oscines can mimic human speech.

  • The Oscines are noted for their sophisticated vocal abilities compared to other birds.

  • The Oscines are known for their beautiful songs.

  • In ornithology class, we studied the anatomical differences between Oscines and Suboscines.

  • The Oscines are noted for their sophisticated vocal abilities compared to other birds.

  • There are thousands of species in the Oscines suborder, making it the largest group of songbirds.

Synonyms

suborder Passeres
vsOscines
  • Specialized
9.8

A group of birds that includes common songbirds

focuses on the same group but highlights their complex vocal organs
Passeres
vsOscines
  • Archaic
9.9

A large group of songbirds that includes sparrows and robins

names the defined suborder distinguished by complex vocal organs

Surface Forms

Oscines singular
Oscines plural

Etymology

The word Oscines comes from a Latin word meaning 'singing', so a helpful way to remember it is to think of these birds as true 'songbirds' with special voice organs that let them make complex songs.