Bird Watching Vocabulary

verb past participle of 'bedraggle'

adjective disheveled or untidy in appearance

• The bedraggled state of her dress indicated she had been caught in the rain.
• After running through the mud, her shoes were completely bedraggled.
• She looked so bedraggled after pulling an all-nighter for the exam.
• The team's bedraggled morale was lifted after their victory.

noun a warm-blooded vertebrate animal of a class that has feathers, wings, and a beak and lays eggs

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• The ornithologist observed the rare bird species in its natural habitat.
• I saw a beautiful bird perched on the fence outside.
• That party was for the birds, nobody showed up.
• Her voice was as melodious as a bird singing in the morning.

noun a slang term for a woman's breast

• The booby is a type of seabird found in tropical regions.
• I accidentally bumped into the door and felt like a total booby.
• That guy is such a booby for not realizing he was being scammed.
• She felt like a booby for forgetting her friend's birthday.

noun a high-ranking ecclesiastical official in the Roman Catholic Church

adjective of foremost importance; paramount

• The cardinal presented the official decree to the king.
• I saw the cardinal at the church service yesterday.
• That cardinal is always dressed to the nines.
• Honesty is a cardinal virtue in any relationship.

noun a bird known for its distinctive call

adjective crazy or silly, often used to describe behavior

• The cuckoo bird is known for laying its eggs in other bird's nests.
• I heard that cuckoo bird singing in the trees this morning.
• That movie was so bad, it was cuckoo!
• His behavior was so erratic, it was like he had a cuckoo clock in his head.

adjective soft and fluffy, resembling down feathers

• The downy feathers of the bird provide insulation against the cold weather.
• I love how soft and downy my new blanket feels.
• Her hair is so downy, it's like a cloud.
• The downy petals of the flower gently swayed in the breeze.

adjective describing something as having feathers

• The bird had beautifully feathered wings that shimmered in the sunlight.
• I love how soft and feathered my new pillow is.
• Check out that feathered haircut, it's so retro!
• Her words were like feathered arrows, piercing through his defenses.

adjective describing something as having qualities or characteristics of a feather, such as being light, soft, or delicate

• The bird's wings were covered in delicate feathery plumage.
• I love how soft and feathery this blanket is.
• That jacket looks so feathery, I bet it's really warm.
• Her words had a feathery lightness to them, as if they could float away at any moment.

noun a series of steps between floors or levels

• The flight was delayed due to bad weather conditions.
• Our flight got pushed back because of the storm.
• I can't believe we missed our flight, what a bummer!
• Her dreams took flight as she pursued her passion for art.

noun a group of birds or sheep

verb to gather or move in a crowd or group

• A flock of geese flew overhead in a V formation.
• We saw a flock of birds chilling by the lake.
• Let's roll deep with our flock to the party tonight.
• The students flocked to the library during exam week.

adjective describing someone who has keen eyesight or is very observant

• The hawk-eyed detective noticed the smallest details at the crime scene.
• My mom is hawk-eyed when it comes to finding my hidden snacks.
• The hawk-eyed referee didn't miss a single foul during the game.
• She had a hawk-eyed focus on her goals, never losing sight of what she wanted to achieve.

verb past tense of 'hood', to cover or provide with a hood

adjective having a hood or covering

• The suspect was wearing a hooded jacket at the time of the crime.
• I saw a hooded figure lurking in the shadows.
• That guy with the hooded sweatshirt looks suspicious.
• Her words had a hooded meaning, hinting at something deeper.

noun a small, brown songbird known for its melodious singing

verb to engage in joyful and playful activity

• The early risers could hear the cheerful lark singing at dawn.
• Let's wake up early tomorrow and catch the larks in the park.
• I'm feeling like a lark today, ready to have some fun!
• Her laughter filled the room like a lark's song on a sunny day.

noun a large diving bird with a long neck, a sharp pointed bill, and a haunting cry

• The loon is a type of waterfowl known for its distinctive calls and behaviors.
• I saw a loon diving for fish in the lake earlier today.
• That guy is a total loon, always coming up with crazy ideas.
• Her mind was like a loon, constantly diving into deep thoughts and resurfacing with new perspectives.

noun a type of bird known for its black and white plumage and its habit of collecting shiny objects

• The magpie is known for its striking black and white plumage.
• I saw a magpie swooping down to grab some food in the park.
• That magpie is always causing trouble in the neighborhood.
• She has a magpie-like tendency to collect shiny objects and hoard them in her room.

verb A verb shows an action or a state of being. 'Outstretched' can also be used as a verb to describe the act of stretching something out.

adjective An adjective describes a noun or pronoun. 'Outstretched' describes something that is extended or stretched out.

• The performer stood on stage with her arms outstretched, ready to begin the show.
• He greeted his friends with a big smile and outstretched arms.
• She ran towards me with her arms outstretched for a hug.
• The outstretched hand of friendship was met with gratitude.

adjective resembling or characteristic of a parrot

• The parrotlike bird perched on the branch and mimicked the sounds of the forest.
• She has a parrotlike habit of repeating everything she hears.
• Stop being so parrotlike and come up with your own ideas!
• His parrotlike memory allowed him to easily recall every detail of the conversation.

noun a quick, sharp bite or strike

verb to strike or bite with the beak or a similar instrument

• The chickens pecked at the grain scattered on the ground.
• I saw the birds pecking at the crumbs outside the bakery.
• Don't peck at me, I'll get to it when I can.
• Her constant criticism felt like a constant peck on my self-esteem.

verb past tense of the verb 'plume', which means to decorate or adorn with feathers

adjective having or adorned with feathers or plumes

• The exotic bird had vibrant plumed feathers that shimmered in the sunlight.
• I saw a peacock with beautifully plumed feathers at the zoo.
• That celebrity always has her hair perfectly plumed for events.
• The dancer's movements were as graceful as a plumed swan gliding across the water.

noun A sudden swooping or springing movement made by an animal to capture prey.

verb To spring or swoop suddenly in order to catch or attack something.

• The tiger waited patiently for the perfect moment to pounce on its prey.
• I saw the cat pounce on a mouse in the backyard.
• The salesperson tried to pounce on me with a high-pressure pitch.
• She was ready to pounce on any opportunity that came her way.

noun a large, black bird with a loud, harsh call

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• The raven is a large, black bird known for its intelligence and adaptability.
• I saw a raven perched on the roof this morning.
• That raven is one smart cookie.
• The raven symbolizes death and mystery in many cultures.

noun A male chicken, typically with brightly colored plumage and a large comb on its head

• The rooster crowed at the break of dawn, signaling the start of a new day.
• I woke up to the sound of the rooster making a racket outside my window.
• That rooster is one loud dude, always making a fuss in the morning.
• He strutted around like a proud rooster, showing off his accomplishments.

noun a person who sings beautifully or melodiously

• The songbird perched on the tree branch and began to sing a melodious tune.
• I love listening to the songbird outside my window every morning.
• That songbird has the most beautiful voice, it's like music to my ears.
• She was known as the songbird of her generation, her voice captivating audiences everywhere.

noun a large wading bird with long legs and a long beak, typically with white and black plumage

• The stork is known for its long legs and large wingspan.
• I saw a stork flying overhead while I was out for a walk.
• That stork is one majestic bird, dude.
• The stork of good luck seemed to follow her wherever she went.

noun a type of bird that is typically found near bodies of water, such as ducks, geese, and swans

• Waterfowl are birds that are adapted to aquatic environments.
• I love watching waterfowl at the pond near my house.
• Those waterfowl sure know how to make a splash!
• The team of waterfowl glided effortlessly through the competition.

verb A verb is a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. In this case, 'cuckooed' is a verb indicating the action of making the sound of a cuckoo bird.

• The cuckooed bird perched on the branch, calling out its distinctive song.
• We knew it was morning when we heard the cuckooed bird outside our window.
• I swear that bird cuckooed so loud, it woke me up from a deep sleep.
• Her laugh cuckooed through the room, bringing joy to everyone who heard it.

noun A tropical American bird with a long straight bill, typically vividly colored and with metallic plumage.

• The jacamar is a beautiful bird known for its vibrant colors and long beak.
• I was lucky enough to spot a jacamar while hiking in the rainforest.
• That jacamar is one cool bird, dude!
• Her singing voice was as melodious as a jacamar's call.

noun a flat-bottomed boat used for skimming the surface of water

• The skimmer is a device used to separate impurities from liquids.
• I bought a new skimmer for the pool so we can clean it more efficiently.
• Hey, pass me that skimmer so I can scoop out the fried chicken from the oil.
• The detective was like a skimmer, carefully removing the lies to reveal the truth underneath.

noun a young animal that has recently emerged from its egg

• The hatchling emerged from its shell and began its journey to the sea.
• We watched the cute little hatchling make its way to the water.
• That hatchling is so tiny and adorable!
• As a new employee, she felt like a hatchling in a big corporate world.

noun a large seabird with long wings, noted for its graceful flight and floating ability on the ocean

• The albatross is a large seabird known for its impressive wingspan.
• I spotted an albatross gliding gracefully over the ocean.
• Dude, that albatross is huge!
• The failed project became an albatross around his neck, weighing him down with regret.

noun a young or small owl

• The owlet is a young owl that has not yet developed its full plumage.
• I spotted a cute owlet in the tree outside my window.
• That owlet is so tiny and fluffy, it's adorable!
• The owlet symbolizes new beginnings and growth in many cultures.