What is another word for Numenius Arquata?
Pronunciation: [njuːmˈiːnɪəs ɑːkwˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Numenius arquata is a species of bird commonly known as the Eurasian curlew. It is a long-beaked wading bird that is found across Europe, Asia, and Africa. There are several synonyms for this species, including the common curlew, whaup, and the Eurasian whimbrel. The bird's Latin name is derived from the Greek word "noumenios" meaning the god Apollo. This refers to the belief in ancient Greece that the bird was sacred to the god and was said to bring good fortune. Despite this, the Eurasian curlew is now classified as a Near Threatened species due to habitat loss and hunting.
