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Tetraonidae

Tetraonidae

9.9
A family of birds like grouse with strong bodies and feathered legs
  • noun
  • /ˌtɛtrəˈoʊnɪˌdeɪ/
  • Specialized
: Tetraonidae
  • Among the Tetraonidae, the ruffed grouse is particularly well known in North America.

Examples

  • The Tetraonidae family includes various species of grouse.

  • The Tetraonidae family includes species found in temperate and subarctic regions.

  • Scientists studied the habitat preferences of various members of the Tetraonidae.

  • Did you know that the Tetraonidae are known for their feathered legs?

  • The Tetraonidae family comprises birds such as the ruffed grouse, which are adapted to cold environments.

  • Bird enthusiasts often seek out species from the Tetraonidae family when exploring forested areas.

  • Many hunters appreciate the challenge of pursuing game birds from the Tetraonidae family during hunting season.

Synonyms

family Tetraonidae
vsTetraonidae
  • Specialized
9.5

A group of birds like grouse with plump bodies and feathered legs living in cool northern regions

emphasizes taxonomic placement in an order and related species rather than habitat

Compounds

family Tetraonidae
  • Specialized
9.5

A group of birds like grouse with plump bodies and feathered legs living in cool northern regions

Surface Forms

Tetraonidae singular
Tetraonidae plural

Etymology

Tetraonidae comes from the old word Tetrao, which meant 'grouse', plus -idae, a common ending that means 'family' in animal names. So the name literally says 'the family of grouse', which is why it is used for the group of birds like grouse.