Sprigtail (Noun)
Meaning
Large grouse of prairies and open forests of western North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The sprigtail's distinctive call echoed across the prairie, alerting other birds to potential predators.
- Sprigtails have impressive courtship displays, involving intricate dances and vibrational drumming on the ground.
- In the open forests of the western United States, the sprigtail's habitat is being threatened by deforestation.
- During mating season, male sprigtails fiercely defend their territories from other males and predators alike.
- Conservation efforts are in place to protect the declining sprigtail population and preserve its natural habitat.