Phainopepla
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A small bird with shiny black or gray feathers and a crest found in southwestern North America
- proper noun
- /ˌfeɪnəˈpɛplə/
- Specialized
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Phainopepla
- During their migration, Phainopeplas can often be spotted near desert areas.
Examples
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But my all-time favorite backyard bird, my best buddy, is the Phainopepla (shown here in flight).
Blog text (14) -
The Phainopepla is known for its striking glossy black plumage.
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Big black Phainopepla rest in the shade.
Fiction book (1992) -
In the early morning, the Phainopepla can be seen perched on tree branches, calling out with its distinctive song.
Surface Forms
Phainopepla main
Etymology
Phainopepla comes from Greek parts phaino- ('to show' or 'to shine') and pepla ('robe' or 'cloth'). So think of a 'shining robe' — a simple image to remember this bird, because the male has glossy, robe-like feathers and a crest.