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Limosa

Limosa

9.9
A group of large wading birds called godwits
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Limosa
  • The genus Limosa includes several species of migratory godwits found around the world.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the migration patterns of Limosa in northern Europe.

  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a member of the Limosa genus in the wetland reserve.

  • The Limosa species are known for their long migrations.

  • Did you see the Limosa at the wetlands?

  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a member of the Limosa genus in the wetland reserve.

  • The genus Limosa includes several species of migratory godwits found around the world.

  • Researchers studied the migration patterns of Limosa in northern Europe.

Synonyms

genus Limosa
vsLimosa
  • Specialized
9.5

Birds that wade and have long curved bills found in wet places

is the general name for the same large wading bird genus

Compounds

genus Limosa
  • Specialized
9.5

Birds that wade and have long curved bills found in wet places

Surface Forms

Limosa singular
Limosas plural

Etymology

The word Limosa comes from the Latin words limosus and limus, meaning 'muddy' and 'mud'. That's why Limosa is used for long-billed wading birds like godwits that live and feed on muddy shores.