Wednesday 29 May 2024

What's In a Critter's Name? 112. Cormorant

Cormorant is derived, in reference to its black plumage, from the Latin 'corvus marinus' i.e. 'sea raven'.

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What's In a Critter's Name? 194. Cuttlefish

This cephalopod's name is derived from the Old English 'cudele'. It may be linked to the Old Norse 'koddi' (cushion) an...