Upland Plover (Noun)
Meaning
Large plover-like sandpiper of North American fields and uplands.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The upland plover is a large plover-like sandpiper that breeds in North American fields and uplands.
- Upland plovers forage in a variety of habitats during migration, including wetlands, grasslands, and agricultural fields.
- The upland plover is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation, particularly in its breeding grounds.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the upland plover and its habitat, including the creation of artificial nesting sites.
- During the breeding season, upland plovers can be found in open areas with short vegetation, such as prairies and meadows.