roseate

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Birds, from pigeons and crows to the more rare roseate spoonbill, were the inspiration.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

The Franco-Belgian couturier referenced the extravagant plumage of a roseate spoonbill or the crested cockatoo alongside the humble crow, grey pigeon and magpie.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Six types of spoonbills are found around the world but only the roseate is present in North America.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 3, 2023

In the grass were the remains of Arctic terns, common terns, and roseate terns.

From Salon • Jan. 7, 2022

He rode along with delight blossoming in him like a roseate flower, listening.

From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara