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bird band

American

noun

a band put on a bird's leg to identify it for observations about its range, behavior, longevity, migration patterns, etc.

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Origin of bird band

An Americanism dating back to 1935–40

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"Well," said Mr. Robin Redbreast, "if the bird band isn't to be the finest in the land, at least we'll make a cheerful noise!"

From Daddy's Bedtime Bird Stories by Bonner, Mary Graham

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