Paridae: meaning, definitions and examples

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paridae

 

[ หˆpรฆrษชdeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird family

Paridae is the scientific family name for a group of small to medium-sized passerine birds known commonly as tits, chickadees, or titmice. They are characterized by their distinctive plump bodies, short necks, and sharp, pointed beaks, which are adapted for foraging insects and seeds. These birds are widely distributed across the Northern Hemisphere and are known for their social behavior and vocalizations.

Synonyms

chickadees, titmice, tits

Examples of usage

  • The paridae family includes the blue tit and great tit.
  • Chickadees are a well-known member of the Paridae family.
  • Birdwatchers often seek out paridae species for their acrobatic feeding.
  • Paridae families are commonly seen in woodland areas.

Translations

Translations of the word "paridae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น parรญdeos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคฐเคฟเคกเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Paridae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Paridae

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั€ะธะดะตะนะฝั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ paridae

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใ‚บใƒก็ง‘

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Paridae

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ paridos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Paridae

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐธ์ƒˆ๊ณผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงุฑูŠุฏุงูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paridae

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ paridae

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้›€็ง‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ paridae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ paridae

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐั€ะธะดะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paridae

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ paridae

Word origin

The term 'Paridae' is derived from the Latin word 'parus', which refers to a small bird, specifically a tit or chickadee. The family name became pronounced based on the Latin language conventions for naming biological classifications. The classification was established in the early 19th century when ornithologists began to organize and categorize the vast diversity of bird species. Taxonomically, this family is placed within order Passeriformes, which are known as perching birds. Members of the Paridae family have fascinated bird watchers and ornithologists alike, contributing to extensive studies due to their diverse behaviors, adaptations, and wide-ranging habitats across Europe, Asia, and North America. Their ability to thrive in varied environments, from forests to urban areas, showcases their adaptability, making them an intriguing subject of study in avian biology.