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Widowbird

Widowbird meaning

Alternative spelling of widow bird (“bird species in family Viduidae; bird species in genus Euplectes”).

Example sentences (2)

Certain members of Ploceidae, such as the long-tailed widowbird are well known for their elaborate sexual ornaments.

Long-tailed widowbird offspring of both sexes will inherit both sets of genes, with females expressing their genetic preference for long tails, and males showing off the coveted long tail itself.