Dinornithic

/ˌdaɪnoʊrˈnɪθɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of dinornithes, the giant extinct flightless birds from New Zealand.

Etymology

From dinornis + Greek '-ic' (relating to), creating an adjective form to describe things associated with moa birds.

Kelly Says

A 'dinornithic fossil' or 'dinornithic extinction' helps scientists quickly communicate that they're talking about the moa birds specifically, not other extinct birds.

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