LYREBIRD


Meaning of LYREBIRD in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˌbərd ]

noun

Date: 1834

: either of two Australian passerine birds (genus Menura ) distinguished in the male by very long tail feathers displayed in the shape of a lyre during courtship

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