Genus Himantopus (Noun)
Meaning
Major one of two genera of stilts; similar to avocets but with straight bills.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Himantopus is a genus of stilts that can be found on various continents including Africa, Asia, and Australia.
- The Black Stilt, Himantopus novaezelandiae, is an endangered species native to New Zealand.
- Birdwatchers visiting the wetlands kept a keen eye out for the Stilt or Himantopus himantopus.
- Himantopus himantopus is an example of a bird within the genus Himantopus, characterized by its long, slender legs and straight bill.
- Different species within the genus Himantopus have varying plumage colors, however they all share the characteristic straight bill.