Definition

Noun: * Marabou Stork: A very large African stork (Leptoptilus crumeniferus) with black and white plumage, known for scavenging carrion. The soft feathers from its underside and wings were historically used in fashion to trim garments.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Leptoptilus crumeniferus is often seen near landfills and carcasses on the African savanna.
  • Ornithologists study the feeding habits of the Leptoptilus crumeniferus.
  • The population of Leptoptilus crumeniferus is affected by habitat loss.

Advanced Usage

• Scientific Classification: The term is primarily used in scientific, zoological, and ornithological contexts to precisely identify the species. In general English, the common name "marabou stork" is preferred.
  • The paper compared the morphology of Leptoptilus crumeniferus with other stork species.

Variants and Related Words

• Marabou (noun): The common name for this bird. It can also refer specifically to the soft downy feathers from the bird's underwing, used for trimming.
  • A marabou was perched on the tree.
  • The boa was made of marabou.
• Marabou Stork (noun): The full common name.
  • The marabou stork has a wingspan of over ten feet.

Synonyms

• Marabou
• Marabou Stork
• Undertaker Bird (informal, due to its dark plumage and scavenging habit)

Different Meanings

• Leptoptilus crumeniferus has only one specific meaning, referring to the biological species. The common name "marabou" can also refer to the feathers from this bird used in fashion.

Noun

1. large African black-and-white carrion-eating stork; its downy underwing feathers are used to trim garments