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water ouzel

/ˈwɔːtər ˈuːzəl/

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/ˈwɔːtər ˈuːzəl/C1formal
  • ruНебольшая тёмная птица, обитающая возле быстрых ручьёв и рек, известная своей способностью ходить под водой по дну в поисках пищи.

A small, dark bird that lives near fast-flowing streams and rivers, known for its ability to walk underwater along the riverbed while searching for food.

  1. Aquatic birdC2formal

    A small, plump bird (also known as a dipper) that lives near fast-flowing streams and rivers, known for its ability to walk underwater.

    ruВодяной дрозд

    • The water ouzel was spotted bobbing on a rock in the middle of the stream.
    • Unlike most songbirds, the water ouzel can dive and walk along the riverbed.
    • Birdwatchers traveled to the mountain creek hoping to see a water ouzel.