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Gruidae

Gruidae

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A family of large birds with long legs and necks like cranes that live near water
  • noun
  • /ˈɡruːɪdeɪ/
  • Specialized
: Gruidae
  • The family Gruidae includes about fifteen species of cranes worldwide.

Examples

  • Did you know that Gruidae are known for their long migrations?

  • The Gruidae family includes many species of cranes.

  • Researchers studied migratory patterns within the Gruidae to understand environmental impacts.

  • The elegant courtship dances of birds in the Gruidae are well known among avian biologists.

  • The family Gruidae includes many species of cranes known for their impressive courtship dances.

  • Birdwatchers are excited to observe the Gruidae family, known for their beauty and grace.

  • In wetlands across the world, Gruidae can be seen foraging for food in shallow waters.

Synonyms

family Gruidae
vsGruidae
  • Specialized
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A group of large, long-legged, long-necked birds known as cranes

is the same family but omits geographic distribution details

Compounds

family Gruidae
  • Specialized
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A group of large, long-legged, long-necked birds known as cranes

Surface Forms

Gruidae singular
Gruidaes plural
Gruidae plural

Etymology

Gruidae comes from the Latin word grus meaning 'crane'. The ending -idae is used by scientists to name animal families, so Gruidae simply means the 'crane family'.