bananaquit

bəˈnɑːnəkʷɪt

Definitions

1. noun

A small, brightly colored bird found in Central and South America, characterized by its distinctive black, white, and yellow plumage and long, curved beak.

“While birdwatching in Costa Rica, we spotted a vibrant bananaquit perched on a nearby branch.”

Synonyms

  • finch
  • tanager

Antonyms

  • sparrow
  • wren