Alcedo Atthis (Noun)
Meaning
Small kingfisher with greenish-blue and orange plumage.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The alcedo atthis, also known as the common kingfisher, is a small bird species with vibrant greenish-blue and orange plumage.
- A flash of bright orange and greenish-blue feathers caught the eye as the alcedo atthis darted across the river.
- The alcedo atthis perched on a branch overhanging the water, its iridescent feathers glimmering in the sunlight.
- Birdwatchers flocked to the area in hopes of catching a glimpse of the elusive alcedo atthis in its natural habitat.
- The alcedo atthis's striking greenish-blue and orange plumage made it a standout among the other birds in the forest.