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phalacrocoracidae

/ˌfæl.ə.krəˈkɔːr.ə.sɪ.diː/

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noun

/ˌfæl.ə.krəˈkɔːr.ə.sɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный таксономический термин, обозначающий семейство водных птиц, обычно известных как бакланы и змеешейки.

A scientific taxonomic term referring to a family of aquatic birds commonly known as cormorants and shags.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A family of aquatic birds known as cormorants, characterized by their long necks, hooked bills, and dark plumage. They are skilled divers that feed on fish.

    ruБаклановые

    • The Phalacrocoracidae family includes about 40 species of cormorants worldwide.
    • Phalacrocoracidae are often seen drying their wings while perched on rocks near water.
    • Researchers study the diving behavior of Phalacrocoracidae to understand their hunting techniques.