Brachvogel

Eurasian curlew

noun BRAHKH-foh-gel Rare

Usage Note

Brachvogel (Numenius arquata) is Germany's largest wading bird, recognisable by its long curved bill and haunting bubbling call over moorland. Its population has declined sharply and it is now critically endangered in Germany.

Examples

"Der klagende Ruf des Brachvogels ist über den Mooren zu hören."

Natural Translation

The plaintive call of the curlew can be heard over the moors.

Literal Translation

The plaintive call of-the curlew is over the moors to hear.

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