Calidris Melanotos (Noun)
Meaning
American sandpiper that inflates its chest when courting.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Pectoral Sandpiper, also known as the Calidris melanotos, performs an intricate dance during courtship to attract a mate.
- In these areas, the Calidris melanotos is usually found on or near shallow bodies of water where it can search for food.
- When the breeding season arrives, male Calidris melanotos inflate their chest, producing a distinctive noise that draws the attention of females.
- Male Calidris melanotos normally mate with multiple females throughout their lives, often helping them build nests and lay eggs.
- One unique trait of the Calidris melanotos, an American sandpiper, is its distinctive chest inflation display during the mating season.