Family Balaenicipitidae (Noun)
Meaning
Shoebills.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The shoebill is a large wading bird that belongs to the family Balaenicipitidae.
- Shoebills are the only members of the family Balaenicipitidae and are found in tropical East Africa.
- The shoebill's unique appearance and behavior have led to its classification in the distinct family Balaenicipitidae.
- The family Balaenicipitidae is a monotypic family, consisting of only one genus, Balaeniceps, which includes the shoebill.
- Shoebills are often placed in their own family Balaenicipitidae due to their distinct morphology and habits.