tinamidae

/tɪnəˈmeɪdiː/

Definitions

1. noun

a family of large ground-dwelling birds including the tinamou, found in Central and South America, and the Andes of South America.

“The researcher focused on the biology and behavior of the Tinamidae family in their latest publication.”

Synonyms

  • ratites
  • tinamou

Antonyms

  • perching birds
  • waterfowl