totanus

/tɒˈtænəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of wading birds, particularly the common redshank, which are medium-sized to large shorebirds with long legs and a long, straight bill.

“The totanus birds migrated to warmer climates for the winter.”

Synonyms

  • shorebird
  • wading bird

Antonyms

  • forest bird
  • land-dwelling bird