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Forktail
The forktails are small insectivorous birds in the genus Enicurus. They were formerly in the thrush family, Turdidae, but are more often now treated as part of the Old World flycatcher family, Muscicapidae. Their name derives from their long forked tail.These are southeast Asian forest species principally associated with mountain forests and streams. Most nest in rock crevices, laying 2–4 eggs.
Webster Dictionary
Forktailnoun
one of several Asiatic and East Indian passerine birds, belonging to Enucurus, and allied genera. The tail is deeply forking
Forktailnoun
a salmon in its fourth year's growth
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Forktail
The forktails are small insectivorous birds in the genus Enicurus. They were formerly in the thrush family Turdidae, but are more often now treated as part of the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae. Their name derives from their long forked tail. These are southeast Asian forest species principally associated with mountain forests and streams. Most nest in rock crevices, laying 2-4 eggs.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of forktail in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of forktail in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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