Steganopus tricolor

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A species of shorebird: Steganopus tricolor is the scientific name for the Wilson's phalarope, a small, slender-necked shorebird known for its distinctive breeding plumage and behavior.
    • A migratory bird: This bird breeds in specific North American wetland habitats and migrates long distances to wintering grounds.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The researcher identified the bird as a Steganopus tricolor based on its plumage.
    • During the spring, Steganopus tricolor can be seen in prairie marshes.
Advanced Usage
  • In ornithological contexts: The term is used formally in scientific literature, birding guides, and conservation discussions to refer specifically to this species.
    • The study focused on the migration patterns of Steganopus tricolor.
Variants and Related Words
  • Wilson's phalarope: The common English name for .
    • Wilson's phalarope is known for its unique spinning feeding behavior.
  • Phalarope: The common name for birds in the genus , which includes the Wilson's, Red-necked, and Red phalaropes.
Synonyms
  • Wilson's phalarope: The standard common name.
  • Tricolored phalarope: A less common descriptive name.
Noun
  1. breeds on the northern great plains of Canada

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