waxwing
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Noun — Any of several crested songbirds of the genus Bombycilla, with red tips to their wings.
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a flock of waxwings
a cedar waxwing
spot a waxwing
waxwings feeding on berries
A standard ornithological term used in both everyday birdwatching talk and scientific writing.
Etymology
Waxwing is formed by joining wax and wing. The name refers to the wax-like tips found on the bird's secondary wing feathers.
Full origin of waxwing →Frequently asked questions
Why is it called a waxwing?
It is named for the wax-like red tips on its secondary wing feathers, which give the bird its distinctive look.
What does a waxwing look like?
It has a crested head and red tips to its wings, marking it out among other songbirds.
What genus do waxwings belong to?
Waxwings belong to the genus Bombycilla.
