palmiped

/ˈpɑːlmɪpɛd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a suborder of waterbirds that includes herons, egrets, and ibises.

“The palmiped waded into the shallow waters, searching for small fish to eat.”

Synonyms

  • wading bird
  • waterbird

Antonyms

  • bird of prey
  • flying bird