parasitic jaeger
Definition
- Noun:
- A variety of jaeger: The "parasitic jaeger" is a specific species of seabird, known scientifically as Stercorarius parasiticus. It is a type of jaeger, a group of birds related to skuas, characterized by its aggressive, kleptoparasitic feeding behavior where it often chases other birds to steal their food.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We spotted a parasitic jaeger harassing a tern over the open ocean.
- The migratory path of the parasitic jaeger spans from the Arctic to the Southern Ocean.
Advanced Usage
- In ornithological context: The term is used precisely to distinguish this species from other jaegers like the long-tailed jaeger or the pomarine jaeger, often based on tail projection and plumage phases.
- Birdwatchers noted the parasitic jaeger's distinctive central tail feathers.
Variants and Related Words
- Jaeger (n): The general term for birds of the genus .
- Arctic skua (n): A common alternative name for the parasitic jaeger, used especially in Europe.
- Kleptoparasite (n): An organism that steals food from another, describing the bird's common behavior.
Synonyms
- Arctic skua: The primary synonym.
- Stercorarius parasiticus: The scientific name.
Related Phrases
- In parasitic phase: Refers to the bird's dark plumage morph, as opposed to the light phase.
- The guide pointed out a parasitic jaeger in its dark, parasitic phase.
Noun
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a variety of jaeger
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