Cracidae (Noun)
Meaning
Curassows; guans; chachalacas.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family cracidae consists of more than fifty species of large birds including curassows, guans, and chachalacas.
- The members of the cracidae family are primarily found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
- A majority of species within the cracidae are threatened due to deforestation and overhunting of these birds for food and feathers.
- Bird-watchers can often spot these unique members of the cracidae perched high in trees or searching for insects and seeds.
- Taxonomic classification and research into the cracidae continue to provide valuable insights into the evolution of curassows, guans, and chachalacas.