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Cracticidae

Cracticidae

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A group of Australian birds including butcherbirds, currawongs and the Australian magpie
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Cracticidae
  • The Cracticidae family includes well-known birds like the Australian magpie and butcherbirds.

Examples

  • The Cracticidae family includes well-known birds like the Australian magpie and butcherbirds.

  • Recent research has clarified the evolutionary origins of the Cracticidae.

  • Members of the Cracticidae are known for their strong bills and vocalizations.

  • The Cracticidae family includes several fascinating bird species.

  • Did you know that Cracticidae are known for their complex vocalizations?

  • Members of the Cracticidae are known for their strong bills and vocalizations.

  • Did you know that Cracticidae are known for their complex vocalizations?

Synonyms

family Cracticidae
vsCracticidae
  • Specialized
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A group of Australian birds like butcherbirds and currawongs

is the same but shown only as the scientific name without rank word

Compounds

family Cracticidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of Australian birds like butcherbirds and currawongs

Surface Forms

Cracticidae singular
Cracticidae plural

Etymology

The word Cracticidae comes from the Greek root cractic-, which means 'noisy' or 'shrill'. It was given because these Australian birds, like butcherbirds and the magpie, make loud, clear calls, so the family name points to their noisy voices.