Oilbird (Noun)
Meaning
Nocturnal fruit-eating bird of South America that has fatty young yielding an oil that is used instead of butter.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The oilbird is a nocturnal fruit-eating bird found in the tropical regions of South America.
- Locals have learned to extract a valuable oil from the young of the oilbird, often using it in cooking as a substitute for butter.
- Due to its unique characteristics, the oilbird has become a popular yet elusive sight for many birdwatchers visiting South America.
- Oilbirds play a vital role in seed dispersal in the tropical forests where they reside.
- In some parts of its habitat, the oilbird's fatty young are considered a delicacy and its extracted oil is used in traditional recipes.