parson bird

noun

1. tui.

parson bird

noun

1. another name for tui

Word History and Origins

Origin of parson bird¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Word History and Origins

Origin of parson bird¹

C19: so called because of its dark plumage with white neck feathers

Example Sentences

The dark blue tui, called parson bird, from certain throat-feathers like white bands, will sing with a note that out-rivals any blackbird.

From Project Gutenberg

Wilson, "Fairyland": `Parson Bird' — The Tui, or New Zealand mocking bird.

From Project Gutenberg