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Cochlearius

Cochlearius

9.9
A tropical American bird that walks in shallow water and has a wide scoop-shaped bill
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Cochlearius is easily recognized by its wide, scoop-shaped bill.

Examples

  • The Cochlearius can be found wading in shallow waters, using its broad bill to catch fish.

  • Unlike other herons, Cochlearius prefers to hunt at night.

  • Ornithologists have studied the habitat of Cochlearius along Central and South American waterways.

  • The Cochlearius is often found near freshwater habitats.

  • Have you ever seen a Cochlearius in the wild?

  • Many birdwatchers are eager to glimpse the Cochlearius because of its unique appearance.

  • In the wetlands of South America, the Cochlearius nests among the reeds and grasses.

Synonyms

boatbill
vsCochlearius
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical American heron with a wide boat-shaped bill

is the genus name for these birds with broad scoop-shaped bills
broadbill
vsCochlearius
  • Specialized
9.8

A tropical heron with a wide bill that often wades in shallow water at dusk

is the genus term emphasizing scoop-shaped bills rather than general broadness

Compounds

Cochlearius cochlearius
  • Specialized
9.9

A large bird that walks in shallow water with a broad, boat-shaped bill and is active at night

Surface Forms

Cochlearius singular
Cochlearius plural

Etymology

The word Cochlearius comes from the Latin cochlear, which means 'spoon'. The bird has a broad, spoon-shaped bill for scooping food, so the name helps you remember its wide, scoop-like bill.