What is another word for water hen?
8 synonyms found
Pronunciation:
[ wˈɔːtə hˈɛn], [ wˈɔːtə hˈɛn], [ w_ˈɔː_t_ə h_ˈɛ_n]
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Synonyms for Water hen:
n.
• American Coot (noun) • gallinule (noun) • marsh hen (noun) • mud hen (noun) • Other relevant words: (noun) • swamphen (noun)Other synonyms:
• Fulica americana
How to use "Water hen" in context?
The water hen is a largely black and white bird with a long neck and legs. They can reach a height of four feet and can weigh up to three pounds. The water hen is a scavenger and feeds mainly on insects. They nest in close to the water, build a small mound of mud and lay one or two eggs.
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