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Snowbird

An arctic finch (Plectrophenax, / Plectrophanes, nivalis) common, in winter, both in Europe and the United States, and often appearing in large flocks during snowstorms. It is partially white, but variously marked with chestnut and brown. Called also snow bunting, snowflake, snowfleck, and snowflight.

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Bunting 76% connected

A bird of the genus Emberiza, or of an allied genus, related to the finches and sparrows (family Fringillidae).

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Finch 76% connected

A small singing bird of many genera and species, belonging to the family Fringillidae.

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Thrush 76% connected

Any one of numerous species of singing birds belonging to Turdus and allied genera. They are noted for the sweetness of their songs.

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Fieldfare 92% connected

a small thrush (Turdus pilaris) which breeds in northern Europe and winters in Great Britain. The head, nape, and lower part of the back are ash-colo…

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Junco 92% connected

Any bird of the genus Junco, which includes several species of North American finches; -- called also snowbird, or blue snowbird.

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Snowflake 92% connected

A flake, or small filmy mass, of snow.

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