Tyrannidae (Noun)
Meaning
New World tyrant flycatchers most numerous in Central America and South America but also in the United States and Canada.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Tyrannidae family, consisting of over 400 species, is the largest family of birds in the Americas, with the majority found in Central and South America.
- The tyrannidae are primarily insectivorous birds, using their sharp eyesight to catch prey in mid-air.
- Central America serves as a vital breeding ground for many species of tyrannidae, which later migrate to North America during the winter months.
- Canada is home to a limited number of tyrannidae species, primarily the Eastern Kingbird and the Western Kingbird.
- Some species of tyrannidae, such as the Great Crested Flycatcher, can be found in the southern regions of the United States throughout the year.