Devil bird

Noun

Definitions

1.NounAn avian cryptid of Sri Lanka, said to emit human-sounding shrieks that portend death; possibly the spot-bellied eagle owl (Bubo nipalensis) or Ceylon highland nightjar (Caprimulgus indicus).

Synonyms

ulama deathbird shriek owl murderbird shivering owl serpent eagle ovenbird lesser spotted eagle bird of ill omen bellbird lightning bird screech-hawk

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