snakebird

Thân thiện

A snakebird perches on a branch over a calm river, its long neck curved.

Definition

Noun 1. A fish-eating water bird: A snakebird is a type of water bird found in warm inland waters, characterized by its diet primarily of fish. 2. Defined by physical features: It is specifically known for its extremely long, flexible neck and a slender, sharp-pointed bill.

Usage

The word "snakebird" is a common name used to refer to birds of the genus Anhinga. It functions as a countable noun. * We spotted a snakebird drying its wings on a cypress knee. * Snakebirds are often seen swimming with only their necks above water, resembling snakes.

Advanced Usage

• "Anhinga": This is the formal taxonomic genus name and is often used interchangeably with "snakebird" in ornithological contexts.
  • The Anhinga, or snakebird, is an expert swimmer.

Variants and Related Words

• Darter: Another common name for the same bird, referring to its method of spearing fish with its pointed bill.
• Anhinga (n.): The scientific genus name.

Synonyms

• Darter
• Anhinga

Học thuật

Noun

1. fish-eating bird of warm inland waters having a long flexible neck and slender sharp-pointed bill

Từ đồng nghĩa

• anhinga
• darter