Hudsonian Godwit (Noun)
Meaning
New World godwit.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Hudsonian godwit is a large shorebird that breeds in the Arctic tundra of North America and migrates to South America for the winter.
- During its migration, the Hudsonian godwit makes a non-stop flight of over 9,000 kilometers from its breeding grounds in the Arctic to its wintering grounds in South America.
- The Hudsonian godwit is a New World godwit that is known for its distinctive black and white striped head and breast, and its long, curved bill.
- Hudsonian godwits are social birds that often gather in large flocks during their migrations, and can be found in a variety of wetland habitats, including marshes, bays, and estuaries.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the Hudsonian godwit and its habitats, as the species is threatened by habitat loss and degradation, as well as climate change.