birdlime
A sticky substance spread on branches to trap birds. The word is specific and not commonly used in everyday conversation.
In the past, people caught small birds using birdlime.
Uses the uncommon kanji 黐 for birdlime; mostly seen in older or specialized texts.
Compound of 鳥 (bird) and もち (birdlime). The exact origin of もち is uncertain, but it refers to a sticky substance made from plant materials.