释义 |
nester /ˈnɛstə /noun [usually with adjective or noun modifier]A bird that nests in a specified manner or place: a scarce nester in Britain hole-nesters...- Not surprisingly the grey wagtail is a scarce nester in Norfolk.
- These birds are common nesters at airfields and airports throughout their range.
- European Starlings are cavity nesters, and nests are generally located in natural hollows, old woodpecker holes, birdhouses, or building eaves and crevices.
See also empty nester. |