Bohemian waxwing

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Definition

Noun: 1. A species of songbird: The Bohemian waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus) is a medium-sized, primarily grayish-brown songbird known for its sleek crest, black mask, and distinctive waxy red tips on some wing feathers. 2. A northern bird: It is native to the northern forests of North America, Europe, and Asia, and is known for its nomadic winter movements in search of fruit.

Usage and Examples
  • The Bohemian waxwing is often seen in large, social flocks during the winter.
  • Birdwatchers were thrilled to spot a flock of Bohemian waxwings feeding on mountain ash berries.
  • Unlike the cedar waxwing, the Bohemian waxwing has rusty undertail coverts and white and yellow markings on its wings.
Advanced Usage
  • In ornithology: The term is used precisely to distinguish from other species in the waxwing family, such as the Cedar waxwing ().
  • Descriptive use: The name "Bohemian" references the bird's nomadic, wandering habits, likened to a historical free-spirited lifestyle.
Variants and Related Words
  • Waxwing (n): The general common name for birds of the genus .
  • Cedar waxwing (n): A closely related species () that is smaller and more common in southern areas of North America.
Synonyms
  • (Scientific name)
  • Northern waxwing (A less common alternative name)
Related Phrases and Terms
  • Waxy tips: Refers to the red, wax-like secretions on the secondary flight feathers that give waxwings their name.
  • Nomadic flock: Describes the bird's irregular winter movements in search of food sources.
Noun
  1. large waxwing of northern North America; similar to but larger than the cedar waxwing

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