heron

• Nom désignant un type d'oiseau échassier à longues pattes et à long cou, vivant généralement près de l'eau.

A noun referring to a type of long-legged, long-necked wading bird, typically found near water.

1. Wading birdB1formal

   A long-legged, long-necked freshwater and coastal bird of the family Ardeidae, typically found near water.

   Héron (oiseau échassier)

   • A grey heron stood motionless at the edge of the pond.
   • We spotted a heron fishing in the shallow river.
   • Herons are known for their patient hunting style.