Family Picidae (Noun)
Meaning
Woodpeckers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Woodpeckers belong to the family Picidae, a diverse and widespread group of Nearctic and Palearctic birds.
- The family Picidae comprises over 200 species of woodpeckers, including the world's smallest woodpeckers.
- The family Picidae has numerous members found throughout the world, many of which play key ecological roles in forest ecosystems.
- Members of the family Picidae can be identified by their brightly colored plumage, sharp beaks, and remarkable drilling abilities.
- Research on the family Picidae indicates a strong adaptation to the insectivorous diet displayed by most woodpecker species.