bird band

American  

noun

1. 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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Other Word Forms

• bird bander noun
• bird banding noun

Etymology

Origin of bird band

An Americanism dating back to 1935–40

Example Sentences

The owl, a female, was identified by a bird band placed on its leg before the bird was released from rehab.

From Washington Post

"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 Project Gutenberg

Ankle bracelet – what a great way to describe a bird band, or, as it is called outside the United States, a ring.

From New York Times