bohemian waxwing
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
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large waxwing of northern North America; similar to but larger than the cedar waxwing
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