family cariamidae

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Noun family cariamidae has 1 sense

Cariamidae, family Cariamidae - cranelike South American wading birds
--₁ is a kind of bird family
--₁ is a member of Gruiformes, order Gruiformes
--₁ has members: Cariama, genus Cariama; genus Chunga

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Family Cariamidae

Description:

The family Cariamidae refers to a group of flightless birds found in South America, known for their long legs, powerful beaks, and unique hunting strategies. This family includes two extant species, namely the black-legged seriema (Chunga burmeisteri) and the red-legged seriema (Cariama cristata).

Sample sentences:

The black-legged seriema, a member of the family Cariamidae, is known for its loud vocalizations.
Cariamidae birds have adapted to life on the ground and are capable of running at high speeds.
The red-legged seriema, belonging to the family Cariamidae, is known for its distinctive crest and loud alarm calls.

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