Nycticorax (Noun)
Meaning
Old World night herons.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The nycticorax waded through shallow water at dusk, searching for unsuspecting fish to catch.
- Nycticorax is the genus name of Old World night herons, which are found in many parts of the world.
- The scientist's research focused on the behavior and migration patterns of the nycticorax.
- In the evening, a group of nycticorax emerged from the reeds, their distinctive calls echoing across the wetlands.
- The preservation of habitats is crucial for the survival of the nycticorax, as their populations are declining rapidly.