noun
auspicious bird
Refers to birds considered to bring good fortune, such as cranes, the Chinese phoenix, or the Vermilion Bird. Often used in literary or traditional contexts.
鶴は瑞鳥として古くから尊ばれてきた。
The crane has been revered since ancient times as an auspicious bird.
この絵には瑞鳥が描かれている。
An auspicious bird is depicted in this painting.