Family Muscicapidae (Noun)
Meaning
Old World (true) flycatchers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- A variety of birds belongs to the family Muscicapidae, commonly known as Old World flycatchers, the largest family of passerine birds after the Sylviidae.
- The family Muscicapidae encompasses approximately 273 species, including the flycatchers, chats, and Old World warblers, as well as some species of robins.
- Several species of birds in the family Muscicapidae display striking plumage patterns, especially during breeding season.
- Some members of the family Muscicapidae are brightly colored, while others are duller in appearance and may blend into their surroundings.
- Robins, nightingales, and redstarts are all classified under the family Muscicapidae, showcasing the diversity of this family of birds.