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Phalaropus

Phalaropus

9.9
A small wading bird with lobed toes that swims and feeds by spinning in water
  • noun
  • /fəˈlærəpəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : falaropo
  • Unlike most waders, Phalaropus swim and feed while spinning in circles on the water.

Examples

  • Researchers spotted a rare Phalaropus in the wetland reserve during migration season.

  • The Phalaropus species are known for their unusual mating roles among shorebirds.

  • Look at that Phalaropus swimming gracefully!

  • The Phalaropus is known for its unique swimming abilities.

  • Researchers spotted a rare Phalaropus in the wetland reserve during migration season.

  • Unlike most waders, Phalaropus swim and feed while spinning in circles on the water.

  • The Phalaropus species are known for their unusual mating roles among shorebirds.

Synonyms

phalarope
vsPhalaropus
1 9.9

A small shorebird that swims with special toes and migrates long distances

is the scientific genus covering that group of small wading birds

Compounds

Phalaropus fulicarius
  • Specialized
9.9

A small bird that lives in northern oceans and lakes and has red breeding feathers and migrates long distances

Surface Forms

Phalaropus singular
Phalaropuses plural

Etymology

Phalaropus comes from Greek parts phalaris 'coot' and pous 'foot', so the name is like 'coot-foot' and gives a clear image of their special lobed toes. That's why Phalaropus refers to small wading birds that swim well and use their feet when they feed.