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Definition of «migratory»

Migratory refers to something that migrates or moves from one place, region or country to another. This can refer to animals such as birds or fish which travel long distances between their breeding and wintering grounds, or it can also refer to people who move from one location to another in search of better opportunities or living conditions.

Usage examples

  1. The migratory birds fly long distances every year to reach their breeding grounds.
  2. The monarch butterflies are famous for their migratory behavior, traveling thousands of miles to their wintering sites in Mexico.
  3. The study of migratory patterns helps scientists understand the movement and behavior of different species.
  4. Many countries have implemented conservation efforts to protect the habitats of migratory species.
  5. The decline in wetland areas has resulted in a decrease in the population of migratory waterfowl.
  6. Migratory fish, such as salmon, navigate through rivers and oceans to reach their spawning grounds.
  7. The construction of skyscrapers in large cities poses a threat to migratory bats' flight paths.
  8. Tourists visit certain areas during specific seasons to witness the extraordinary spectacle of migratory wildebeest herds.
  9. Migratory patterns can be affected by climate change, altering the timing and routes of animal movements.
  10. The Arctic tern holds the record for the longest migratory journey, traveling from the Arctic to the Antarctic and back each year.

Phrases with «migratory»

Sentences with «migratory»

  • Bird watchers flock to the Island to photograph many species of migratory birds as they follow their annual routes along the Pacific Flyway. (discovervancouverisland.com)
  • Much luxury has spread in the bird world — nearly 80 species of migratory birds make on Half Moon Caye regular stopover. (belize-travel.com)
  • This creature was recently listed under Appendix I and II in the Convention of Migratory Species of Wild Animals. (treehugger.com)
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