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Order Picariae (Noun)

Meaning

Term used in some classifications as nearly equivalent to the order Coraciiformes.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The order Picariae is a grouping of birds that includes kingfishers, rollers, and bee-eaters, among others.
  • In some taxonomic classifications, the order Picariae is used as a synonym for the order Coraciiformes.
  • The order Picariae is characterized by birds with bright plumage and large heads, and includes species such as the blue kingfisher and the European roller.
  • Some sources group the order Picariae as a suborder within the larger order Coraciiformes, while others consider it a distinct order.
  • The order Picariae is thought to have originated in the Old World, with many species found in Africa, Asia, and Europe.

Synonyms

  • Picariae

Hypernyms

  • Animal Order
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