Pel's fishing owl en · NOUN
Etymology
Named in honor of Hendrik Severinus Pel, who was governor of the Dutch Gold Coast (now Ghana) from 1840 till 1850.
Meanings
- Scotopelia peli, a large owl that feeds nocturnally on fish and frogs snatched from the surface of lakes and rivers.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pel's fishing owls | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
wikipedia: Dutch Gold Coast · wikipedia: Hendrik Severinus Pel