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Tüpfelsumpfhuhn

spotted crake

noun TUEP-fel-zoompf-hoon Rare
Animals & Nature Birds

Usage Note

Tüpfelsumpfhuhn (Porzana porzana) is a shy, elusive wetland bird heard far more often than seen; its distinctive whiplash call at night is familiar to birdwatchers near reed beds. A B2 learner might encounter it in nature-writing texts.

Examples

"Das Tüpfelsumpfhuhn verrät sich nachts durch seinen lauten Ruf."

Natural Translation

The spotted crake reveals itself at night by its loud call.

Literal Translation

The spotted-crake betrays itself at-night through its loud call.

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