Vannakili

Vannakili is a Malayalam word that translates directly to "water bird" in English. It is a general term used to refer to any bird that frequents or lives near bodies of water such as rivers, lakes, ponds, or the sea. The term encompasses a wide variety of avian species, without being restricted to any specific taxonomic group. Commonly, the term vannakili might be used to describe birds like ducks, herons, egrets, kingfishers, and various shorebirds. The specific bird being referred to as vannakili would often be inferred from the context of the conversation or the specific region where the term is being used. While not a scientifically precise classification, vannakili functions as a readily understood, descriptive term in everyday Malayalam language.