noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:During the breeding season, herons and egrets can be seen nesting in large colonies.

Definition:A term used to refer to both egrets and herons, both of which are long-legged wading birds.

From herons and egrets

Example:The egret is a wading bird that prefers to hunt for fish in the shallows of lakes and rivers.

Definition:Any bird that wades in shallow water while searching for food.

From wading bird

Example:The plumed egrets are a popular subject in wildlife photography, especially during their breeding season.

Definition:Egrets with showy, long plumes during the breeding season.

From plumed egrets

Example:Marsh egrets can often be seen standing still in the marsh, waiting for fish to swim by.

Definition:Egrets that inhabit marshy areas, often referring to the Great Egret.

From marsh egrets

Example:Waterbirds like egrets contribute to the biodiversity of wetland ecosystems.

Definition:Any bird that frequents water, including ducks, geese, herons, and egrets.

From waterbirds

Example:The white egrets are known for their pure white feathers and regal demeanor.

Definition:A term that can refer to any white-birded egret species.

From white egrets

Example:Plume hunters were a major threat to egret populations until conservation efforts began.

Definition:Refers to the historical hunters who sought to obtain the plumes of egrets and other birds, nearly driving them to extinction in the early 20th century.

From plume hunters

Example:Birdwatchers flock to the wetlands to catch a glimpse of the exquisitely white egrets.

Definition:People who enjoy watching and identifying birds, often including egrets in their watchlist.

From birdwatchers

Example:Silky egrets are often the subject of wildlife photography because of their unique feather texture.

Definition:A specific species known for their soft, silky-feeling plumage.

From silky egrets

Example:Many egrets nest in heronries, which can be found in trees near freshwater habitats.

Definition:A place or area where herons and egrets build their nests, often together in large colonies.

From heronry