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Emberizidae

Emberizidae

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Group of small songbirds like buntings and sparrows
  • noun
  • /ˌɛmbəˈrɪzɪˌdeɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Emberizidae
  • The Emberizidae family encompasses both the Old World buntings and many sparrows found in the Americas.

Examples

  • Although similar in appearance to finches, Emberizidae birds have distinctive conical bills.

  • Most ornithologists study the habits and distribution of Emberizidae as part of avian biodiversity research.

  • The Emberizidae family includes many colorful species.

  • Did you know that Emberizidae are often found in open fields?

  • Bird watchers often observe Emberizidae in various habitats, from grasslands to wooded areas.

  • The Emberizidae family features birds that are known for their melodious songs during the mating season.

  • Many species within Emberizidae exhibit striking plumage, making them popular among bird enthusiasts.

Compounds

subfamily Emberizidae
  • Specialized
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A group of small birds like buntings and some sparrows that eat seeds

Surface Forms

Emberizidae singular
Emberizidaes plural

Morphology

Emberizidae = Emberiza (opaque) = emberiza + idae

Formed from a genus name plus the specialized taxonomic suffix '-idae', which is a technical marker unfamiliar to average learners.

Etymology

The word Emberizidae comes from the scientific group name Emberiza, which itself comes from an old German word for a small 'bunting' bird. So Emberizidae simply means the family or group of buntings and similar small songbirds.