clangula hyemalis
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Definition
- Noun:
- A common long-tailed sea duck of the northern parts of the United States: "Clangula hyemalis" is the scientific name for a species of sea duck known for its elongated tail feathers and its presence in northern coastal waters.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Birdwatchers were thrilled to spot a flock of Clangula hyemalis off the coast.
- The Clangula hyemalis is well-adapted to cold northern seas.
Advanced Usage
- In ornithological contexts: The term "Clangula hyemalis" is used in formal scientific and birding literature to refer specifically to this species, distinguishing it from other ducks.
- The study focused on the migratory patterns of Clangula hyemalis.
Variants and Related Words
- Oldsquaw: (noun) This is a former common name for the Clangula hyemalis. Note: This name is now considered outdated and potentially offensive; the term "Long-tailed Duck" is preferred.
- Long-tailed Duck: (noun) The modern, widely accepted common name for the species Clangula hyemalis.
Synonyms
- Long-tailed Duck: The standard English common name.
- Sea duck: A general descriptive term for ducks of the tribe Mergini, which includes the Clangula hyemalis.
Related Phrases
- Sea duck species: A phrase used to categorize it among similar birds.
- The Clangula hyemalis is a distinctive sea duck species.
Related Idioms
(This is a specific scientific name and does not have associated idioms.)
Noun
- a common long-tailed sea duck of the northern parts of the United States