jacksnipe

• 名词，指旧大陆一种小型短嘴的鹬类鸟（姬鹬），也指美洲一种在求偶时鼓胀胸部的鹬类鸟（美洲丘鹬）。

A noun referring to either a small short-billed Old World snipe or an American sandpiper that inflates its chest during courtship.

1. Small Old World snipeC1formalbritish

   A small, short-billed wading bird found in Europe and Asia, known for its elusive behavior and marshland habitat.

   姬鹬

   • The jacksnipe is rarely seen due to its excellent camouflage.
   • Ornithologists observed a jacksnipe feeding in the wetlands.
   • During migration, the jacksnipe travels long distances at night.

2. American courting sandpiperC1formalamerican

   A type of American sandpiper that inflates its chest during courtship displays to attract a mate.

   美洲沙锥

   • The male jacksnipe puffs out its chest to impress the female.
   • Birdwatchers spotted a jacksnipe performing its unique courtship ritual.
   • This jacksnipe species is known for its dramatic mating dance.