ClimateSeptember 1, 2026
hoopoes
HOO-pooz
Definition
A distinctive, medium-sized bird known for its colorful, fan-like crest of feathers and long, thin, downward-curved beak.
Etymology
The word comes from the Middle English 'houpo' and the Old French 'hupe,' which likely mimic the bird's characteristic 'hoo-poo' call.
In the news
The author mentions hoopoes as one of the specific bird species she grew up watching in Delhi, noting their unique, punk-like appearance.
The Joy and Meaning of Living With City-Savvy Wild Creatures
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