Sandhill: meaning, definitions and examples
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sandhill
[ ˈsændˌhɪl ]
type of bird
The sandhill crane is a large bird known for its distinctive long legs and neck, often seen in open wetlands and grasslands. They are migratory birds and are recognized for their iconic dance rituals during mating season.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The sandhill cranes danced during the spring mating season.
- We spotted a group of sandhill cranes in the wetland area.
- Sandhill cranes are known for their loud trumpeting calls.
Translations
Translations of the word "sandhill" in other languages:
🇵🇹 colina de areia
🇮🇳 रेत की पहाड़ी
🇩🇪 Sandhügel
🇮🇩 bukit pasir
🇺🇦 пісочна висота
🇵🇱 wydma
🇯🇵 砂丘
🇫🇷 dune de sable
🇪🇸 duna de arena
🇹🇷 kum tepe
🇰🇷 모래 언덕
🇸🇦 تل رمل
🇨🇿 písčitý kopec
🇸🇰 piesková vyvýšenina
🇨🇳 沙丘
🇸🇮 peščena vzpetina
🇮🇸 sandhæð
🇰🇿 құм төбесі
🇬🇪 ქვიშის გორა
🇦🇿 qum təpəsi
🇲🇽 duna de arena
Etymology
The term 'sandhill' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the sandy hills often found in the bird’s natural habitat. The name reflects the environment these cranes are frequently associated with, which includes open fields and shallow wetlands. The term 'crane' itself comes from Old English 'cran', which traces back to Proto-Germanic roots. Sandhill cranes are known for their impressive migrations and have become a symbol of wilderness conservation in North America. Their populations have been protected over the years due to habitat loss and hunting, leading to dedicated efforts to preserve their breeding and migratory grounds.