Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of large shorebird: Limosa haemastica is the scientific name for a specific bird species commonly known as the Hudsonian godwit. It is a large, long-billed, long-legged shorebird found in the New World.
   • A type of godwit: It belongs to the genus Limosa within the sandpiper family, Scolopacidae. This species is characterized by its distinctive breeding plumage and migratory patterns.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The limosa haemastica is known for its remarkable long-distance migration from Arctic breeding grounds to southern South America.
  • Birdwatchers traveled to the coastal wetland hoping to spot a limosa haemastica among the flock of shorebirds.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific or taxonomic contexts: The term is used precisely to identify this specific species, distinguishing it from other godwits like the (Bar-tailed godwit) or (Marbled godwit).
  • The study focused on the population decline of Limosa haemastica.

Variants and Related Words

• Hudsonian godwit (n): The common English name for .
• Godwit (n): The general common name for birds of the genus .
• Shorebird (n): A broad category of birds that belongs to.

Synonyms

• Hudsonian godwit: This is the direct synonym and common name.
• New World godwit: A descriptive synonym referencing its geographic distribution.

Related Phrases

• Species of concern: A conservation status that may apply to populations.
  • Due to habitat loss, the limosa haemastica is considered a species of concern in several regions.

Noun

1. New World godwit