Turdus Pilaris (Noun)
Meaning
Medium-sized Eurasian thrush seen chiefly in winter.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The fieldfare, also known as turdus pilaris, is a medium-sized Eurasian thrush seen chiefly in winter.
- During the winter months, the turdus pilaris can be spotted in large flocks in open fields and woodlands.
- The turdus pilaris is a migratory bird that travels from its breeding grounds in Scandinavia to its wintering grounds in southern Europe.
- In the UK, the turdus pilaris is considered a winter visitor, with large numbers arriving in the country from October to March.
- The turdus pilaris is known for its distinctive call, which sounds like a loud, chattering "tchak-tchak-tchak".