noun
- plural of brolga; large Australian cranes with gray plumage and red facial markings, known for their dancing displays
Usage: chiefly Australian; also called Australian crane
Examples
- The brolgas gathered near the wetland at dawn.
- A pair of brolgas performed their elaborate courtship dance.
- Brolgas are iconic birds of the Australian outback.
- The sanctuary protects several brolgas during breeding season.
- Tourists traveled to see the brolgas in their natural habitat.