jarbird

/ˈdʒɑːrbɜːrd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Australian bird, also known as a ‘mudlark’, that feeds on small crustaceans, especially in mangrove swamps and on mudflats.

“The local guide explained the different species of birds found in the mangrove swamp, including the jarbird.”

Synonyms

  • mudlark