Calidris Ferruginea (Noun)
Meaning
Old World sandpiper with a curved bill like a curlew.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The calidris ferruginea is a small shorebird that migrates from Africa to Europe and Asia each year.
- On the beach, the calidris ferruginea searches for small invertebrates to eat with its curved bill.
- The calidris ferruginea is often seen in large flocks on mudflats and sandy shores.
- During breeding season, the calidris ferruginea's feathers turn a warm reddish color, giving it its distinctive appearance.
- Birdwatchers consider the calidris ferruginea a prized sighting due to its unique bill shape and seasonal migrations.