birdlife

noun

bird·​life ˈbərd-ˌlīf How to pronounce birdlife (audio)

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Since the program started in 2017, birdlife diversity has increased from just seven species to more than 60, and camera traps have caught golden monkeys, serval cats, and even a lone silverback passing through the reforested land. Chris Schalkx, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024 The ship will travel on to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands, providing myriad opportunities to marvel at pristine landscapes; catch sight of marine mammals, penguins, and other rare birdlife; and visit towns that evoke Victorian England. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024 The birdlife drawn to the wetlands include buzzards, falcons, owls, eagles and vultures. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2024 The journey features highlights, such as the Channel Islands, Mexico's Wine Country and the abundant birdlife of the Pacific Flyway. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for birdlife 

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of birdlife was in 1834

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“Birdlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birdlife. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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