reed bunting

Thân thiện

A reed bunting perches on a tall reed by the water's edge.

Definition

Noun: 1. A small European songbird (Emberiza schoeniclus) of the bunting family, typically found in wetland habitats such as marshes and reedbeds. It is known for the male's distinctive black head and throat during the breeding season, which contrast with its white collar and streaked brown body.

Usage

The term "reed bunting" is used to specifically identify this species of bird. It functions as a countable noun. * We spotted a reed bunting singing from the top of a reed stem. * Reed buntings are common in this marshy reserve. * The conservation project aims to protect the habitat of the reed bunting.

Advanced Usage

• The name is often used in ornithological and birdwatching contexts to distinguish it from other bunting species (e.g., corn bunting, yellowhammer).
• It can be part of descriptive phrases about habitat or behavior: , .

Variants and Related Words

• Bunting (n): The general family of seed-eating birds (Emberizidae) to which the reed bunting belongs.
• Marsh bunting: An alternative common name for the same species, .

Synonyms

• Marsh bunting (n): A direct synonym referring to the same bird species.
• (): Emberiza schoeniclus.

Related Phrases

• (To be) a reed bunting habitat: An area characterized by wetlands and reeds suitable for this bird.
  • The flooded meadows are perfect reed bunting habitat.

Học thuật

Noun

1. European bunting inhabiting marshy areas

Từ đồng nghĩa

• emberiza schoeniclus