ClimateAugust 16, 2026
passerines
PAS-uh-rinz
Definition
A large order of birds (Passeriformes) commonly known as perching birds or songbirds, which includes the sand martin.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'passer,' meaning sparrow or small bird, through the scientific order name Passeriformes.
In the news
The article uses this term to categorize sand martins within a broader scientific classification, highlighting that they are included in environmental impact assessments for wind farms.
Nature reserve brings new hope for declining sand martins
Read the full article ↗East Anglia Bylines