Ortolan

Definition:

  • (n.) A European singing bird (Emberiza hortulana), about the size of the lark, with black wings. It is esteemed delicious food when fattened. Called also bunting.
  • (n.) In England, the wheatear (Saxicola oenanthe).
  • (n.) In America, the sora, or Carolina rail (Porzana Carolina). See Sora.