Apodiformes (Noun)
Meaning
Swifts; hummingbirds.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The order Apodiformes is a group of birds that includes swifts and hummingbirds, characterized by their unique physical adaptations for flight.
- Apodiformes are known for their iridescent feathers and rapid wing movement, which allows them to hover in mid-air.
- Hummingbirds, which belong to the Apodiformes order, beat their wings up to 80 times per second to maintain their flight.
- The Apodiformes are divided into two distinct families: the swifts and the hummingbirds, each with unique characteristics.
- Apodiformes have evolved specialized beaks and tongues that enable them to feed on nectar and small insects in flight.