oilbird

/ˈɔɪlbərd/

Definitions

1. noun

a nocturnal bird of the tropics, especially a member of the family Steatornithidae that feeds on insects and fruit, typically having a distinctive oil-producing gland near its tail

“The oilbirds were seen flying in a large flock over the jungle at sunset.”

Synonyms

  • gallinule
  • nightjar

Antonyms

  • diurnal bird