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Hydrobates

Hydrobates

9.9
A group of very small seabirds that live mostly at sea
  • noun
  • /ˈhaɪdrəˌbeɪtiz/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Hydrobates includes several species of storm petrels.

Examples

  • Researchers observed a colony of Hydrobates nesting on a remote island.

  • Many birdwatchers hope to spot a Hydrobates during ocean voyages.

  • Look at that Hydrobates diving for fish!

  • The Hydrobates is a fascinating bird to observe.

  • Bird enthusiasts often travel to coastal areas to see a Hydrobates up close.

  • The biologist identified the Hydrobates based on its distinctive feeding behavior.

  • On their expedition, they encountered a Hydrobates soaring gracefully above the waves.

Synonyms

genus Hydrobates
vsHydrobates
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small seabirds called storm-petrels

is the same name used without explicitly showing the scientific rank

Compounds

genus Hydrobates
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small seabirds called storm-petrels

Hydrobates pelagicus
  • Specialized
9.9

A small black sea bird with white marks that flies low over waves

Surface Forms

Hydrobates singular
Hydrobates plural

Etymology

The word Hydrobates comes from Greek parts hydro- 'water' and -bates 'walker'. These small seabirds look as if they 'walk' on the water, so the name 'water-walker' fits their life at sea.