What is another word for canary?
Pronunciation: [kənˈe͡əɹi] (IPA) 
Canary is a yellow or greenish bird that belongs to the finch family. It is admired for its pleasant singing and is often kept as a pet. Other synonyms for canary include songbird, canary bird, yellow bird, and serin. Canary birds have been bred over the years to have distinctive features, which has led to the creation of several breed variations, including the Russian Singer, Border Fancy, and Harlequin. Synonyms for canary can also include a metaphorical reference to informers or spies who reveal secret information. These individuals are colloquially referred to as a canary or canary in a coal mine.
