Family Apodidae (Noun)
Meaning
Swifts; in former classifications included in the order Coraciiformes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Apodidae consists of swifts, which are small to medium-sized birds with long, slender wings and a streamlined body.
- Swifts in the family Apodidae are known for their incredible agility and speed in flight, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.
- The family Apodidae is a diverse group of birds, with over 100 species found worldwide, ranging from the tiny Pygmy Swift to the large White-throated Needletail.
- In former classifications, the family Apodidae was included in the order Coraciiformes, but it is now recognized as a distinct family within the order Apodiformes.
- Birds in the family Apodidae are characterized by their ability to fly for long periods without landing, and some species migrate thousands of kilometers each year.