snowbird

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A noun referring to any of several birds that are primarily seen or active during winter, including a medium-sized Eurasian thrush, a white Arctic bunting, or a small North American finch.

1. Eurasian thrushC1formalbritish

   A medium-sized thrush species native to Eurasia, often observed during the winter months.

   دج مطوق

   • The snowbird is a common sight in European woodlands during winter.
   • Ornithologists track the migration patterns of the Eurasian snowbird.
   • A flock of snowbirds was spotted near the frozen lake.

   المرادفاتfieldfare

2. Arctic buntingC1formal

   A small white bird from the bunting family, found in Arctic regions.

   طائر التّثلّج

   • The snowbird's white plumage helps it blend into the snowy Arctic landscape.
   • Researchers observed the snowbird feeding on seeds in the tundra.
   • This snowbird species migrates south during the harshest winter months.

   المرادفاتsnow buntingsnowflake

3. North American finchC1formalamerican

   A small finch species native to North America, primarily seen in winter.

   شرشور الثلج

   • Birdwatchers in Canada often report seeing the snowbird in December.
   • The snowbird's diet consists mainly of seeds and berries.
   • A group of snowbirds gathered at the feeder during the snowstorm.

   المرادفاتsnow buntingsnowflake