Oilbird
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Oilbird is a noun meaning A nocturnal South American bird, of the species Steatornis caripensis of the order Steatornithiformes, related to the nightjars that feeds on the fruit of the oil palm and tropical laurels.
Meaning
A nocturnal South American bird, of the species Steatornis caripensis of the order Steatornithiformes, related to the nightjars that feeds on the fruit of the oil palm and tropical laurels.
Word Forms
- oilbirds
Synonyms for oilbird
Depending on context, synonyms include guacharo.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include guacharo, palmcreeper, jar-owl, berryeater, potoo, ovenbird.
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