Definition

Noun 1. A species of small passerine bird: Orthotomus sutorius is the scientific name for a specific species of bird commonly known as the Common Tailorbird. It is a small, active warbler found in tropical Asia, renowned for its unique nest-building behavior.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The distinctive call of the Orthotomus sutorius is a common sound in gardens across Southeast Asia.
  • Researchers studied the nesting technique of Orthotomus sutorius to understand its behavioral adaptations.
  • While birdwatching, we were lucky to spot an Orthotomus sutorius meticulously sewing leaves.

Advanced Usage

• In binomial nomenclature: The term is used in its full, italicized form () to precisely identify the species within scientific, academic, or specialized birding contexts. The first part () is the genus, and the second () is the specific epithet.
  • The study compared the foraging habits of Orthotomus sutorius with those of Orthotomus atrogularis.

Variants and Related Words

• Common Tailorbird (n): The standard English common name for .
  • The Common Tailorbird is easily identified by its upright tail and loud, repetitive call.
• Tailorbird (n): A more general term for birds in the genus , which share the leaf-stitching behavior.
  • Several species of tailorbird can be found in the region.

Synonyms

• Common Tailorbird: The direct and most frequently used synonym in non-scientific language.

Notes on Meaning

This term has a single, highly specific meaning. It refers exclusively to one biological species. Its usage is almost entirely technical or formal. In everyday conversation, the common name "Common Tailorbird" is always preferred. The defining characteristic implied by the name is the bird's remarkable nest-building method, as described in the reference context.

Noun

1. tropical Asian warbler that stitches leaves together to form and conceal its nest