Scissortailed Flycatcher (Noun)
Meaning
Grey flycatcher of the southwestern United States and Mexico and Central America having a long forked tail and white breast and salmon and scarlet markings.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The scissortailed flycatcher is often found in open areas with low vegetation where it can forage for insects.
- Birdwatchers in the southwestern United States often keep an eye out for the distinctive scissortailed flycatcher during their excursions.
- A notable characteristic of the scissortailed flycatcher is the long forked tail from which it derives its name.
- The scissortailed flycatcher's salmon and scarlet markings provide a striking contrast to its predominantly grey plumage.
- In migration seasons, some bird enthusiasts travel to Mexico and Central America to spot scissortailed flycatchers in their natural habitats.