Family Anhingidae (Noun)
Meaning
Snakebirds.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Anhingidae, also known as snakebirds or darters, is a family of waterbirds found worldwide in warmer regions.
- Members of the family Anhingidae are large, long-necked birds that feed on fish and other aquatic animals.
- Anhingidae birds have unique feathers that require frequent maintenance to keep them in working order.
- Experts classify the Anhingidae as members of the order Suliformes, closely related to cormorants and herons.
- Species in the family Anhingidae include the Oriental darter, the African darter, and the Anhinga.