roseate spoonbill
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of roseate spoonbill
An Americanism dating back to 1775–85
Example Sentences
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Birds, from pigeons and crows to the more rare roseate spoonbill, were the inspiration.
From BBC
The Franco-Belgian couturier referenced the extravagant plumage of a roseate spoonbill or the crested cockatoo alongside the humble crow, grey pigeon and magpie.
From Barron's
His advice for birders hoping to see the roseate spoonbill is to not look for the bird, but to look for the hoards of people carrying cameras and spotting scopes.
From Seattle Times
You will see dolphins, terns, maybe even a roseate spoonbill.
From Salon
The roseate spoonbill, like the flamingo a large, pink wading bird, is more widespread in the state and is not listed as threatened.
From Seattle Times
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