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Platalea

Platalea

9.9
A large long-legged bird that lives in shallow water and has a spoon-shaped bill
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Platalea includes all the true spoonbills found worldwide.

Examples

  • Members of the Platalea genus are easily recognized by their unique spoon-shaped bills.

  • Ornithologists studied nesting patterns within the Platalea populations in the wetlands.

  • The Platalea is often found in wetlands.

  • Have you ever seen a Platalea in the wild?

  • The genus Platalea is known for its striking appearance and preference for shallow waters.

  • Birdwatchers often travel to observe the diverse species within the Platalea genus in their natural habitats.

  • In the wetlands, the Platalea can be seen foraging for fish and small invertebrates.

Synonyms

genus Platalea
vsPlatalea
  • Specialized
9.6

A group of large wading birds with long legs and spoon-shaped bills

is the shorter scientific name used for the same taxonomic group

Compounds

genus Platalea
  • Specialized
9.6

A group of large wading birds with long legs and spoon-shaped bills

Platalea leucorodia
  • Specialized
9.9

A large white bird with a long flat bill shaped like a spoon that feeds in shallow water

Surface Forms

Platalea singular
Plataleas plural

Etymology

Platalea comes from the Greek root plat- meaning 'broad' or 'flat', the same idea you see in the English word plate or the prefix platy-. So the name points to the bird's wide, spoon-shaped bill.