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Heath Hen

Description:

The heath hen, also known as Tympanuchus cupido cupido, was a subspecies of the greater prairie chicken that was once found in the United States. Unfortunately, it is now extinct.

Senses and Usages:

Noun (zoology):

A now extinct subspecies of the greater prairie chicken, historically found in the United States.

Example sentence: The heath hen was known for its unique booming call during mating season.

Noun (slang, local):

In certain regions, "heath hen" is used to refer to someone who is a loner or outcast.

Example sentence: John always sits alone at lunch; he's such a heath hen.

Adjective:

Used to describe anything related to or resembling the heath hen.

Example sentence: The artwork depicted the heath hen in its natural habitat.

Possible Related Products:

• Books on Extinct Species
• Birdwatching Binoculars