What is another word for Mistle Thrush?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪsə͡l θɹˈʌʃ] (IPA) 
The Mistle Thrush is a familiar bird species native to Europe. It is also known by various other names such as storm bird, screech thrush, and holm bird. The name "storm bird" is derived from its habit of singing during stormy weather. The "screech thrush" name arises from the shrill alarm call that the bird makes. The "holm bird" name comes from the bird's fondness for holly trees and holm oaks. Other synonyms for the Mistle Thrush include the common mistletoe thrush, mistle bird, and drisdail. These names refer to the bird's fondness for mistletoe berries during the winter season, which is also a symbol of Christmas.
