A tropical bird found in Australia and nearby regions that feeds primarily on figs and other fruits, known for its colorful plumage.
From fig (the fruit) plus bird. Named descriptively because this bird's diet and behavior center around fig trees and their fruits.
Figbirds are one of the clearest examples of animal common names being perfectly literal—they're birds that eat figs, with no hidden mystery.
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