Shorebird (Noun)
Meaning
Any of numerous wading birds that frequent mostly seashores and estuaries.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The small island was a popular habitat for shorebirds, attracting tourists from around the world.
- Shorebirds such as sandpipers and plovers can be seen migrating in large flocks during the winter months.
- Early morning birdwatching excursions often yield sightings of shorebirds foraging for food in the marshy estuaries.
- Conservation efforts aim to protect the dwindling populations of shorebirds that rely on specific habitats to breed and nest.
- During the summer solstice, the warm estuaries attract a diverse array of shorebirds, including avocets and stilts.