Auk: meaning, definitions and examples
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auk
[ ษหk ]
bird species
The auk is a type of seabird found primarily in the Northern Hemisphere. They belong to the family Alcidae and include species such as the common guillemot and the razorbill. Auks are known for their distinct black and white plumage and their ability to dive underwater to catch fish. Unfortunately, some of these species have faced threats due to overfishing and climate change, leading to a decline in their populations.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The razorbill is a species of auk that breeds on rocky cliffs.
- Auks are excellent divers and can reach depths of up to 100 meters.
- In the past, auks were hunted for their feathers and meat.
- The endangered great auk was once a popular bird for collectors.
Translations
Translations of the word "auk" in other languages:
๐ต๐น auk
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Auk
๐ฎ๐ฉ auk
๐บ๐ฆ auk
๐ต๐ฑ auk
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใฆใฏ
๐ซ๐ท auk
๐ช๐ธ auk
๐น๐ท auk
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ฐํฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูู
๐จ๐ฟ auk
๐ธ๐ฐ auk
๐จ๐ณ ๆตท้ธ
๐ธ๐ฎ auk
๐ฎ๐ธ auk
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐัะบะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ auk
๐ฒ๐ฝ auk
Etymology
The word 'auk' has its origins in Old Norse, where it is believed to be derived from 'รกlk', which referred to several types of seabirds. The term went on to be adopted into Middle English as 'auc' or 'ake', referring to various bird species in the North Atlantic. Over time, the name became more specifically associated with the family Alcidae. The decline of certain auk species, particularly the great auk in the 19th century due to extensive hunting, led to more widespread attention and concern about the conservation of these birds. The fascination with auks has been documented in various historical texts, emphasizing both their ecological roles as fishers and their cultural significance in coastal communities.