Moorhen (Noun)
Meaning 2
Black gallinule that inhabits ponds and lakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The moorhen is a type of bird that is often mistaken for a duck due to its similar size and aquatic habits.
- A moorhen was spotted swimming in the pond, its distinctive red bill standing out against the dull green vegetation.
- The moorhen's ability to walk on floating vegetation allows it to thrive in a variety of aquatic environments.
- Moorhens are known to be fiercely protective of their young, and will aggressively defend them against predators.
- In some parts of the world, the moorhen is also referred to as the black gallinule, due to its dark plumage and gallinule-like appearance.