Definition

1. Noun:
   • A common small European martin that builds nests under the eaves of houses: Delichon urbica is the scientific name for a specific species of small, migratory bird belonging to the swallow family, commonly found in Europe and parts of Asia and Africa.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • We observed a colony of Delichon urbica nesting under the roof of the old barn.
  • The return of Delichon urbica from Africa is a sign that spring has arrived.

Advanced Usage

• In ornithological contexts: The term is used precisely to distinguish this species from other martins and swallows, such as the House Martin (, an alternative name for the same species) or the Sand Martin.
  • The study focused on the migratory patterns of Delichon urbica.

Variants and Related Words

• House Martin: The common English name for .
• Delichon: The genus name, which includes other martin species.
• Swallow: The broader family (Hirundinidae) to which this bird belongs.

Synonyms

• House Martin: The most frequent common name.
• Common House-Martin: Another variant of the common name.

Related Phrases

• Nest of Delichon urbica: Specifically refers to the distinctive, enclosed mud nests built by this species.
  • The nest of a Delichon urbica is a masterpiece of avian architecture.

Noun

1. common small European martin that builds nests under the eaves of houses