Ceryle Alcyon (Noun)
Meaning
Greyish-blue North American kingfisher with a chestnut band on its chest.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The ceryle alcyon perched on a branch overlooking the serene lake, scanning the waters below for signs of fish.
- Its chestnut breast band stood out against the greyish-blue plumage of the ceryle alcyon as it dove into the water.
- Ceryle alcyon can often be found in North America, inhabiting areas near bodies of water with fish populations.
- The ceryle alcyon's distinctive call echoed across the stillness of the early morning hours, signaling its presence.
- During breeding season, the ceryle alcyon's nest is built in burrows or tunnels dug into the sandy embankments of rivers and streams.