What is another word for actitis?
Pronunciation: [aktˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA) 
Actitis is a scientific term used to describe a genus of small wading birds commonly known as sandpipers. Synonyms for the term actitis include the species names Tringa and Heteroscelus. These birds are known for their distinctive behavior of running rapidly along the shoreline in search of prey. Some common synonyms for actitis also include the terms snipe, plover, dunlin, and sanderling. These birds are found worldwide and are an important part of ecosystems as they help maintain healthy shorelines by feeding on invertebrates and small crustaceans. Despite their small size, actitis is a fierce predator and a highly important bird for coastal ecosystems.
