anastomus

[US]/UK: /əˈnæstəməs//
[UK]/US: /əˈnæstəməs//

Translation

adj.relating to or characterized by anastomosis; connecting or joining together
n.a genus of storks (family Ciconiidae) characterized by a peculiar bill structure with a gap between the mandibles; any bird of this genus, such as the Asian openbill

Example Sentences

the openbill stork, belonging to the genus anastomus, is easily recognized by its unique bill.

ornithologists study the feeding habits of anastomus species in the asian wetlands.

the asian openbill is scientifically classified as anastomus oscitans.

a gap between the mandibles is a distinct characteristic of the anastomus genus.

researchers compared the dna of anastomus with that of other stork genera.

the african openbill stork is known as anastomus lamelligerus.

populations of anastomus oscitans are largely dependent on the availability of freshwater snails.

wetland drainage poses a significant threat to the habitat of the anastomus genus.

the behavior of anastomus lamelligerus differs slightly from its asian relative.

distinctive gap formation in the bill defines the anastomus adaptation to its diet.

many birdwatchers travel to india to observe the anastomus oscitans in its natural environment.

both species within the anastomus genus specialize in feeding on aquatic mollusks.

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