Swamphen (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various small aquatic birds of the genus Gallinula distinguished from rails by a frontal shield and a resemblance to domestic hens.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The purple swamphen is a large rail that is native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia.
- A pair of swamphens were spotted in the wetlands, their distinctive frontal shields catching the eye of the birdwatcher.
- The swamphen's bright plumage stood out against the dull reeds as it foraged for food in the shallow water.
- In some parts of the world, the swamphen is considered an invasive species due to its ability to outcompete native birds for resources.
- The swamphen's loud, booming call echoed across the marsh, a familiar sound to those who lived in the area.