scrubbird
/ˈskrʌbˌbɜrd/
noun
- A small, shy Australian bird that lives in dense forest undergrowth and is known for its loud, musical call.
- Birdwatchers travel to Australia hoping to hear the rare scrubbird's call.
- We spotted a scrubbird hopping among the fallen leaves near the creek.
- The scrubbird's song echoed through the rainforest at dawn.