Corvidae

[kor-VY-dee or kor-vuh-DAY]
nounfemininepl: N/A (taxonomic family name, invariable)
Corvídeos
1. A family of large passerine birds including crows, ravens, jays, magpies, and nutcrackers, characterized by intelligence, adaptability, and complex social behavior
The Corvidae family includes some of the most intelligent bird species on Earth.
A família Corvidae inclui algumas das espécies de aves mais inteligentes da Terra.
2. Any individual bird belonging to this family
The crow is a member of Corvidae.
O corvo é um membro dos Corvídeos.
Corvidae members, especially crows and ravens, hold significant cultural meaning in both Brazilian and North American folklore. In Brazil, these birds appear in indigenous mythology and colonial literature. In the USA, ravens and crows feature prominently in Native American traditions and American Gothic literature. The term is primarily used in scientific, ornithological, and educational contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
corvidcrow familyraven family

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Corvídeos
Standard scientific and formal usage
Portugal
Corvídeos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in scientific contexts
General English
Corvidae (scientific); corvids (informal)
Primarily used in ornithology and scientific literature

Related Words

Passeriformescorvidcrowravenjaymagpienutcracker

Related Idioms & Phrases

smart as a crow
wise as a raven
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