1. of, relating to, or resembling a parrot or parrots
Usage: formal or technical; often used in zoology and ornithology

Examples

• The psittacine birds in the rainforest displayed brilliant plumage.
• Macaws and cockatoos are examples of psittacine species.
• The researcher studied the psittacine family's intelligence and social behavior.
• Psittacine characteristics include curved beaks and strong feet adapted for gripping.
• The zoo's psittacine collection included rare African grey parrots.