Casuariiformes (Noun)
Meaning
A ratite bird order: cassowaries and emus.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Casuariiformes is a distinct group of large, flightless bird species, including cassowaries and emus.
- Classified under the order Casuariiformes, emus have become a recognizable and iconic Australian bird.
- Cassowaries are among the most notable birds in the Casuariiformes order and are known for their distinctive casque or crest.
- Studies of the Casuariiformes have shed new light on their unique reproductive habits and behaviors.
- Historically, birds within the Casuariiformes order, such as the emu and cassowary, were hunted for their feathers and eggs.