Flinthead (Noun)
Meaning
An American stork that resembles the true ibises in having a downward-curved bill; inhabits wooded swamps of New World tropics.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The flinthead's distinctive bill was perfectly adapted to searching for fish and other aquatic prey in the dense vegetation.
- A group of birders gathered at the edge of the swamp, their eyes scanning the trees for a glimpse of a rare flinthead.
- The flinthead's plumage was a striking black and white, with vibrant red feathers on its face and throat.
- Conservation efforts were underway to protect the flinthead's habitat and prevent its numbers from dwindling further.
- In the warm, humid climate of the New World tropics, the flinthead thrived, its unique appearance a source of fascination for local wildlife enthusiasts.