Perdicinae (Noun)
Meaning
Old World partridges.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Perdicinae subfamily consists of Old World partridges, francolins, and quails that are found in a wide range of habitats across the world.
- The Perdicinae is a diverse group of birds that includes over 90 species of partridges, francolins, and quails.
- The Perdicinae subfamily is part of the larger Phasianidae family, which also includes pheasants, peafowl, and turkeys.
- In the Perdicinae subfamily, the birds are generally ground-dwelling and have strong legs and sharp claws for running and scratching.
- The Perdicinae is a monophyletic group, meaning that all the species within the subfamily share a common ancestor and are more closely related to each other than to other birds.