野鳥
Meanings
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wild bird
Refers to birds living in the wild, as opposed to pet, farmed, or caged birds. Common in nature, conservation, and birdwatching contexts.
See also: 飼い鳥
I observed wild birds in the park.
In winter, many wild birds gather at this lake.
Usage patterns
- 野鳥が〈場所〉に飛来するwild birds migrate/arrive to a place
Every winter, many wild birds migrate to this lake.
- 野鳥にえさをやるto feed wild birds
Feeding wild birds in the park is prohibited.
- 野鳥を保護するto protect wild birds
This organization works to protect endangered wild birds.