Gnatcatcher

/næt.kætʃɚ/ noun

Definition

A small songbird that hunts tiny gnats and flies as its main food.

Etymology

Compound word from 'gnat' (small flying insect) plus 'catcher' (one who catches). Named descriptively for the bird's hunting behavior and diet.

Kelly Says

Gnatcatchers are so tiny and quick that they seem to vibrate while hunting—they're like living hummingbirds that eat insects instead of nectar, which makes them crucial pest controllers in gardens.

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