firetail

/ˈfaɪəˌteɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A bird of the genus Pyrorhamphus, found in New Zealand, characterized by its long, black tail feathers with red bases.

“The firetail’s striking appearance caught the attention of birdwatchers during their trip to New Zealand.”

Synonyms

  • New Zealand bunting
  • Pyrorhamphus

Antonyms

  • extinct bird species