WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

bubulcus

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun bubulcus has 1 sense
  1. Bubulcus, genus Bubulcus - small white egrets
    --1 is a kind of bird genus
    --1 is a member of Ardeidae, family Ardeidae
    --1 has members: cattle egret, Bubulcus ibis

Definitions from the Web

Bubulcus

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: Referring to a genus of birds in the family Ardeidae, commonly known as cattle egrets

Usage: Popular

Definition

Bubulcus refers to a genus of birds in the family Ardeidae, commonly known as cattle egrets. These medium-sized birds typically have white plumage, a stout bill, and yellow or orange legs. They are found in various parts of the world, often seen perching on the back of large herbivores or near cattle, hence their name "cattle" egret.

Sample Sentences

1. The bubulcus gracefully took flight, its white plumage shining in the sunlight.

2. Cattle farmers often welcome the presence of bubulcus, as they help control the population of insects around their livestock.

3. During breeding season, male bubulcus display vibrant plumage to attract mates.

Related Products

Explore related products on Amazon:

buber bubo bubo virginianus buboe buboes bubonic bubonic plague bubonic plaque bubulcus bubulcus ibis bucaneer buccal buccal buccal artery buccal cavity buccal mucosa buccaneer

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | Network & desktop search | Search My Network | LAN Find | Reminder software | Software downloads | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus