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caprimulgidae

/ˌkæprɪˈmʌldʒɪdiː/

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noun

/ˌkæprɪˈmʌldʒɪdiː/formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название семейства ночных птиц, широко известных как козодои, характеризующихся широкими ртами и насекомоядным рационом.

A scientific noun referring to a family of nocturnal birds commonly known as goatsuckers, characterized by their wide mouths and insectivorous diet.

proper noun

  1. GoatsuckersC2formalscientific

    A family of nocturnal birds known as nightjars, characterized by long wings, short bills, and cryptic plumage.

    ruКозодои

    • The Caprimulgidae family includes species like the common nightjar and the whip-poor-will.
    • These birds are often heard at dusk, making distinctive churring calls.
    • Caprimulgidae are masters of camouflage, blending perfectly with leaf litter.
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  • caprimulgidae' possessive plural form
  • caprimulgidae's possessive singular form