wintering ground
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A place where animals, especially birds, spend the winter.
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- Many migratory birds fly thousands of miles to reach their traditional wintering grounds.
- Protecting the wintering grounds of endangered species is crucial for their survival.
- Climate change is affecting the availability and quality of many animals' wintering grounds.
- The geese have arrived at their usual wintering ground earlier this year.
- Conservationists are working to preserve this vital wintering ground for local wildlife.
- During the harsh winter months, this sheltered valley serves as a perfect wintering ground.
- Scientists track bird populations from their breeding sites to their wintering grounds.
- The destruction of their natural wintering ground forced the herd to seek new areas.
- This wetland area is recognized as an important wintering ground for various waterfowl.
- The expedition aimed to locate the elusive species' primary wintering ground.