Pectoral Sandpiper (Noun)
Meaning
American sandpiper that inflates its chest when courting.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pectoral sandpiper is a common migrant through the Midwest, with its distinctive black spots on its chest.
- During courtship, the male pectoral sandpiper will inflate its chest to twice its normal size.
- Pectoral sandpipers are known for their unique mating rituals, which involve the male's impressive chest display.
- In the spring, pectoral sandpipers can be seen performing their elaborate courtship displays on the tundra.
- The pectoral sandpiper's chest feathers are specially adapted to allow for the dramatic inflation that occurs during courtship.