Whistling Swan (Noun)
Meaning
North American subspecies of tundra swan having a soft whistling note.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The whistling swan, also known as the tundra swan, can be identified by its soft whistling note.
- A large flock of whistling swans migrated from their Arctic breeding grounds to the wetlands of North America.
- In the early morning hours, the sounds of the whistling swan echoed across the frozen tundra.
- Conservation efforts are in place to protect the declining population of the whistling swan in North America.
- The whistling swan's distinctive call can be heard for miles, making it easier for birdwatchers to locate the species.