Actitis Macularia (Noun)
Meaning
Common North American sandpiper.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The spotted sandpiper, Actitis macularia, is a common shorebird in North America during the spring and fall migrations.
- Actitis macularia breeds in northern North America, laying 2-5 eggs in a shallow depression on the ground.
- The Actitis macularia is known for its distinctive side-to-side rocking motion as it forages for small invertebrates.
- Actitis macularia is a common sight on mudflats, sandy beaches, and rocky shores, where it searches for food.
- In the spring, Actitis macularia males arrive at breeding grounds before females and establish territories to attract mates.