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european gallinule

 

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Noun european gallinule has 1 sense
  1. European gallinule, Porphyrio porphyrio - purple gallinule of southern Europe
    --1 is a kind of purple gallinule

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European Gallinule


Definition:

The European gallinule, also known as the common gallinule, is a species of waterbird belonging to the rail family. It is characterized by its dark plumage, red shield on the forehead, and greenish-yellow legs.

Senses:

Sense 1: Noun - The bird

The European gallinule is a medium-sized bird that inhabits freshwater wetlands and marshes throughout Europe.

Sample Sentence:

The European gallinule gracefully glided across the calm surface of the lake.

Sense 2: Noun - Local Usage

In certain areas, particularly in Europe, the term "European gallinule" is used to refer to a specific subspecies or a closely related bird species found locally.

Sample Sentence:

The European gallinule subspecies found in the British Isles is slightly larger and has a more distinct red shield than its counterparts on the European mainland.


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