Branta Leucopsis (Noun)
Meaning
European goose smaller than the brant; breeds in the far north.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The branta leucopsis is a migratory bird that travels in large flocks during the winter months.
- In the Arctic tundra, the branta leucopsis can be found breeding in the rocky outcrops and grasslands.
- The branta leucopsis is a smaller species of goose compared to the brant, but it has a distinctive white patch on its forehead.
- During the spring migration, the branta leucopsis can be seen stopping over in wetlands and coastal areas to refuel.
- In the wild, the branta leucopsis is known to feed on a variety of plants, including grasses, mosses, and lichens.