marsh hen Antonyms
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Meaning of marsh hen
Wordnet
marsh hen (n)
a coot found in North America
any of various small aquatic birds of the genus Gallinula distinguished from rails by a frontal shield and a resemblance to domestic hens
marsh hen Sentence Examples
- The marsh hen's distinctive cackle echoed through the wetland.
- Hunters lay in wait, hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive marsh hen.
- The marsh hen's long legs and webbed feet allowed it to navigate the shallow waters.
- The marsh hen's plumage is a mottled brown, helping it blend in with the reeds.
- Marsh hens are often found nesting in clumps of vegetation near the water's edge.
- The marsh hen is a secretive bird, rarely seen in open areas.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the dwindling population of marsh hens.
- Marsh hens are an important part of the wetland ecosystem, consuming insects and providing food for raptors.
- The marsh hen's habitat is threatened by human activities such as drainage and pollution.
- The shrill call of the marsh hen is a familiar sound in the tranquil marshes.
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a coot found in North America, any of various small aquatic birds of the genus Gallinula distinguished from rails by a frontal shield and a resemblance to domes
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The marsh hen's distinctive cackle echoed through the wetland.
Hunters lay in wait, hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive marsh hen.
The marsh hen's long legs and webbed feet allowed it to navigate the shallow waters.
The marsh hen's plumage is a mottled brown, helping it blend in with the reeds.
