Blackburnian warbler
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Blackburnian warbler
1775–85, named after Mrs. Hugh Blackburn, 18th-century Englishwoman; see -ian
Example Sentences
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The Isles of Scilly, off the western tip of England, have seen a number of errant American birds in the past, including a Blackburnian warbler in October 2022.
From BBC • Nov. 11, 2023
A sighting of a Canada warbler was the first recorded in Britain and similarly, a Blackburnian warbler was spotted in Ireland for the first time.
From New York Times • Sep. 27, 2023
Hundreds of birdwatchers have been on Bryher to see the Blackburnian warbler, which was blown off course by strong winds, during its migration south.
From BBC • Oct. 18, 2022
Our guide pointed out the vibrant orange coat and black crown of the Blackburnian warbler and the gold neck and white “eyebrows” of the yellow-throated warbler.
From Washington Post • Jul. 7, 2022
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