noun
- A small North American songbird (Bombycilla cedrorum) with a crest, gray plumage, and yellow-tipped tail feathers; also called a cedar waxwing.
Usage: Often used interchangeably with 'cedar waxwing'; Named for its fondness for cedar berries
Examples
- The cedarbird is easily recognized by its distinctive crest and sleek appearance.
- A flock of cedarbirds descended on the berry-laden trees in late summer.
- Cedarbirds are known for their soft, high-pitched calls.
- The cedarbird's yellow tail band is a key identifying feature.
- In winter, cedarbirds often gather in large groups to feed on available fruit.