Formicivora

/ˌfɔːrmɪsɪˈvɔːrə/ noun

Definition

A genus of birds that feed on ants, found in Central and South America.

Etymology

From Latin 'formica' (ant) + 'vorare' (to eat), creating a Latinized scientific name meaning 'ant-eater.' This genus name follows the binomial nomenclature system for classifying species.

Kelly Says

Formicivora are called antwrens, and they're so specialized at eating ants that they follow army ants through the forest, snapping up insects fleeing from the ant swarm—talk about having your food delivered to you.

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