WorldAugust 4, 2026

jabiru

JAB-ih-roo

Definition

A large, tall tropical stork characterized by a heavy bill and a naked, black-and-red neck, known for its presence in wetland ecosystems.

Etymology

The word originates from the Tupi language of Brazil, where it means 'swollen neck,' referring to the distinctive appearance of the bird's throat pouch.

In the news

The word is used in a headline regarding a scientific population count of these storks, which helps researchers track the health of threatened wetlands in Costa Rica.

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