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Botaurus

Botaurus

9.9
Large heron-like bird with a deep booming call that lives in marshes
  • noun
  • /boʊˈtɔːrəs/
  • Specialized
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  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a Botaurus among the reeds at dawn.

Examples

  • The American Botaurus is known for its distinctive booming call during the breeding season.

  • Wetlands conservation efforts help protect the habitat of the rare Botaurus populations.

  • Look at that Botaurus!

  • The Botaurus is often seen in wetlands.

  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a Botaurus among the reeds at dawn.

  • The American Botaurus is known for its distinctive booming call during the breeding season.

  • Wetlands conservation efforts help protect the habitat of the rare Botaurus populations.

Synonyms

bittern
vsBotaurus
1 9.9

A small brown bird like a heron that lives in marshes and makes a deep booming call at night

is larger and refers to a group of bigger marsh herons

Compounds

Botaurus lentiginosus
  • Specialized
9.9

A marsh bird like a heron with camouflaged feathers and a deep booming call

Surface Forms

Botaurus singular
Botaurus plural

Etymology

Botaurus probably comes from Greek parts bous and tauros, which mean 'ox' and 'bull', because the bird's deep, booming call sounds like a cow or bull. So, the name fits these large marsh herons known for their loud, low call.