Meleagridinae

Translingual

Etymology

From Meleagris +‎ -inae.

Proper noun

Meleagridinae

  1. A taxonomic subfamily within the family Phasianidae – the sole genus Meleagris (turkeys).

Usage notes

Formerly ranked as a family, Meleagrididae, now classified within Phasianidae.

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