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.
Every winter, many wild birds migrate to this lake.
Feeding wild birds in the park is prohibited.
野鳥 refers to birds living freely in the wild, while 飼い鳥 refers to birds kept as pets or livestock.
counter for birds; counter for rabbits
birdwatching; birding
A transparent compound of 野, associated with fields or the wild, and 鳥, "bird"; the spelling directly reflects the meaning "wild bird."
This organization works to protect endangered wild birds.