What is another word for Family Xenicidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli zˈɛnɪsˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
The term Family Xenicidae can be daunting for those outside the field of ornithology. However, there are several synonyms for this scientific name that can help to simplify understanding. Xenicidae is sometimes referred to as the New Zealand wren family, as it contains several species of wrens native to New Zealand. Additionally, the name Acanthisittidae is sometimes used in place of Xenicidae, as both refer to the same family of birds. A third synonym for Xenicidae is the acanthisittid family. No matter which term is used, it refers to a unique family of small, flightless birds found exclusively in New Zealand.
