banded stilt

noun

Meaning

A nomadic shorebird native to Australia, characterized by its long, thin red legs and a distinctive chestnut breast band.

Examples

  • The banded stilt is known for its erratic breeding habits, often appearing in massive flocks after heavy rains.
  • Researchers tracked the migration of the banded stilt across the salt lakes of Western Australia.

Synonyms: wader, shorebird, stilt, Cladorhynchus leucocephalus