coly

Etymology
, probably from.

Noun

 * 1) Any bird of either of the genera  or, endemic to sub-Saharan Africa.
 * 2) * 1999, Michael A. Mares, Mousebird, entry in Encyclopedia of Deserts, page 378,
 * Coliiformes is the only order of birds endemic to Africa. Six species from two genera ( and ) are recognized, all of which are sedentary. Mousebirds (also known as colies) range through sub-Saharan open savannas and are often common in such areas.
 * Coliiformes is the only order of birds endemic to Africa. Six species from two genera ( and ) are recognized, all of which are sedentary. Mousebirds (also known as colies) range through sub-Saharan open savannas and are often common in such areas.

Usage notes
Extant species of order are classified into the genera  and, both in family.