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Term: Family Meliphagidae

Description:

The term "Family Meliphagidae" refers to a family of birds commonly known as honeyeaters. This family consists of small to medium-sized birds that are primarily found in Australia, New Guinea, and the surrounding islands. They are known for their specialized brush-tipped tongues that they use to extract nectar from flowers. The family Meliphagidae is diverse, with over 180 species belonging to it.

Sample Sentences:

1. The family Meliphagidae includes several species of honeyeaters endemic to Australia.
2. Honeyeaters, belonging to the family Meliphagidae, play an important role in pollination as they feed on nectar-rich flowers.
3. The melodic calls of the honeyeaters from the family Meliphagidae can be heard throughout the lush forests of Papua New Guinea.
4. Fruit-loving honeyeaters are a common sight within the family Meliphagidae.

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