1 gouldian | Definition of gouldian

gouldian finch

noun, often capitalized G
gould·​ian finch | \ ˈgüldēən-\
variants: or less commonly gouldian
plural -s

Definition of gouldian finch

: a small brilliantly colored Australian finch (Poephila gouldiae) often kept as a cage or aviary bird

History and Etymology for gouldian finch

John Gould †1881 English naturalist + English -ian

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