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columbidae

/kəˈlʌm.bɪ.diː/

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noun

/kəˈlʌm.bɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный таксономический термин, обозначающий биологическое семейство птиц, включающее голубей и горлиц.

A scientific taxonomic term referring to the biological family of birds that includes doves and pigeons.

proper noun

  1. C1formalscientific

    A family of birds that includes doves and pigeons, known for their stout bodies, short necks, and cooing calls.

    ruГолубиные

    • Columbidae are found all over the world except in the driest deserts.
    • The mourning dove is a common member of the Columbidae family.
    • Pigeons, part of Columbidae, have been domesticated for thousands of years.