Podicipediformes

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A group of water birds like grebes with special toes that help them dive to catch fish

noun
/ˌpɒdɪˌsɪpɪˈdɔːrmiːz/

Specialized

: Podicipediformes

The Podicipediformes are renowned for their unique method of diving underwater to catch fish.

Examples

Bird watchers spotted several species within the Podicipediformes order on their trip to the wetlands.
Many species of Podicipediformes are found in freshwater lakes.
Many field guides include the Podicipediformes alongside other waterfowl such as ducks and loons.
The Podicipediformes are fascinating birds that excel in swimming.
Bird watchers spotted several species of Podicipediformes during their visit to the wetlands, showcasing their diving abilities.
Field guides often highlight Podicipediformes as remarkable aquatic birds known for their lobed toes and excellent swimming skills.
The Podicipediformes family includes grebes, which are especially adapted for life in water.

Synonyms

order Podicipediformes

vsPodicipediformes

Specialized

9.9

A group of water birds called grebes that dive to swim and catch food

is the same meaning but given as a formal taxonomic label

Colymbiformes

vsPodicipediformes

Specialized

9.9

A group of water birds with lobed toes that dive to swim

focuses more on diving ability rather than general swimming skill

Podicipitiformes

vsPodicipediformes

Specialized

9.9

A group of water birds like grebes that swim and dive

gives more detail about lobed toes and diving abilities

Compounds

order Podicipediformes

Specialized

9.9

A group of water birds called grebes that dive to swim and catch food

Surface Forms

Podicipediformes singular

Podicipediformes plural

Etymology

Podicipediformes comes from Latin parts podici- meaning 'rump' or 'rear' and -pes meaning 'foot'. This name gives a clear image: these water birds have their feet set far back on the body to help them dive, and you can remember -pes by thinking of English words like pedal that are about feet.