Turdus Iliacus (Noun)
Meaning
Small European thrush having reddish flanks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Turdus iliacus, also known as the redwing, is a small European thrush having reddish flanks that migrates to the UK in the winter months.
- The Turdus iliacus is a common winter visitor to the UK, recognized by its distinctive reddish flanks and brown back.
- During the winter, the Turdus iliacus can be found in large flocks, foraging for berries and other food sources in the UK countryside.
- The Turdus iliacus is a small, plump bird with reddish flanks and a distinctive white stripe above its eye.
- In the summer months, the Turdus iliacus breeds in the northern parts of Europe, including Scandinavia and Russia.