numenius borealis

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Noun numenius borealis has 1 sense

Eskimo curlew, Numenius borealis - New World curlew that breeds in northern North America
--₁ is a kind of curlew

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Numenius borealis

Definition:

Numenius borealis refers to the scientific name of the American Bittern, a medium-sized heron-like bird found in North America.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A medium-sized heron-like bird found in North America

Example sentence: The numenius borealis is known for its unique camouflage, allowing it to hide perfectly in the wetlands.

Sense 2:

The scientific name for the American Bittern

Example sentence: The numenius borealis is a solitary bird that prefers to live in marshes and wet areas.