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Ziphiidae (Noun)

Meaning

Beaked whales; in some especially former classifications included in the family Physeteridae.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The Ziphiidae family consists of 23 species of beaked whales, characterized by their distinctive beaks and robust bodies.
  • Beaked whales belonging to the Ziphiidae family are known for their deep-diving abilities and unique feeding behaviors.
  • Historically, some taxonomists included the Ziphiidae family within the Physeteridae family, but modern classifications recognize them as distinct.
  • The Ziphiidae family is one of the most diverse groups of cetaceans, with species ranging in size from 3 to 12 meters in length.
  • Research on the Ziphiidae family has shed light on the complex social structures and vocalizations of beaked whales.

Synonyms

  • Family Hyperodontidae
  • Hyperodontidae
  • Family Ziphiidae
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