noun
- Plural of courlan; wading birds of the family Aramidae, found in Central and South America, characterized by long legs and a long neck.
Usage: Also called limpkins; Zoological term
Examples
- The courlans waded through the marshland searching for food.
- Birdwatchers traveled to Florida to observe courlans in their natural habitat.
- Courlans are known for their distinctive loud calls that echo across wetlands.
- The population of courlans has remained relatively stable in protected areas.