ornithologist

American  

[awr-nuh-thahl-uhj-ist] / ˌɔr nəˈθɑl ədʒ ɪst /

noun

1. a scientist who specializes or is an expert in ornithology.

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Example Sentences

We tracked down the best design gifts for even the trickiest people on your list, from your mixologist brother to a backyard ornithologist.

From The Wall Street Journal

Reading Erwin Schrodinger’s book, “What Is Life?” in his sophomore year set the aspiring ornithologist on a new course.

From Los Angeles Times

Carle, an ornithologist who grew up in Lee Vining, first got to know the lake’s birds through his parents, who were rangers at the Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve.

From Los Angeles Times

The more data volunteer observers gather, the better ornithologists can understand how fires affect these animals and what steps can be taken to help them.

From Los Angeles Times

Even many ornithologists and birders tend to forget about it.

From Salon