phalarica

/ˈfæləroʊp/

Definitions

1. noun

A small wading bird that belongs to the family Scolopacidae, especially one of the three species of Phalaropus.

“The phalarope’s unique mating rituals made for an interesting bird-watching experience.”

Synonyms

  • shorebird
  • wading bird

Antonyms

  • flying bird
  • non-wading bird