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Perching Bird (Noun)

Meaning

A bird with feet adapted for perching (as on tree branches); this order is now generally abandoned by taxonomists.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Scientists reclassified many species previously categorized as perching birds into different orders.
  • The perching bird landed delicately on the thin branch, its tiny feet grasping tightly.
  • Ornithologists no longer recognize perching birds as a distinct taxonomic group.
  • This beautiful perching bird is known for its vibrant plumage and sweet song.
  • The Audubon Society's field guide to perching birds has become outdated due to recent changes in classification.

Synonyms

  • Insessores
  • Order Insessores
  • Percher

Hypernyms

  • Animal Order
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