giant fulmar
Definition
Noun 1. A large seabird: The giant fulmar is a species of large, brownish petrel, scientifically known as Macronectes giganteus. It is characterized by its substantial size and is primarily found in the Southern Ocean and Antarctic seas.
Usage Examples
- The giant fulmar is often seen following ships to scavenge for food.
- Researchers are studying the feeding habits of the giant fulmar in its Antarctic habitat.
- With its impressive wingspan, the giant fulmar is a dominant presence among seabirds in the southern oceans.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used in ornithological and marine biology contexts to specifically refer to this member of the Procellariidae family, which also includes albatrosses and shearwaters.
- It is sometimes referred to by its alternative common name, the southern giant petrel, to distinguish it from the northern giant petrel ().
Variants and Related Words
- Southern giant petrel: The most common alternative name for the giant fulmar.
- Petrel: The broader family of seabirds to which the giant fulmar belongs.
- Procellariiformes: The scientific order encompassing petrels, albatrosses, and shearwaters.
Synonyms
- Southern giant petrel
- Antarctic fulmar (less common)
Related Phrases and Terms
- Seabird scavenger: A descriptive phrase highlighting its ecological role, as the giant fulmar often feeds on carrion and offal.
- Pelagic bird: A term indicating it spends most of its life on the open ocean.
Noun
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large brownish petrel chiefly of Antarctic seas
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