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migratory

[ mahy-gruh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee ]

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migratory

/ ˈmaɪɡrətərɪ; -trɪ /

migratory

Traveling from one place to another at regular times of year, often over long distances. Salmon, whales, and swallows are all migratory animals.

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First recorded in 1745–55; migrate + -ory ¹

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The warm spell is expected to give a temporary boost to nature as migratory birds arrive from afar and butterflies stretch their wings.

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On Wednesday, the Colorado-based organization posted a YouTube video of the birds’ annual migratory trek across the ice to their breeding grounds.

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Outdoor lighting can trap migratory birds and moths.

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They are responsible for establishing binding measures for the conservation and sustainable management of highly migratory fish species.

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The yellow-rumped warbler is a migratory songbird that spends its winters in Los Angeles.

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