What is another word for mother carey chicken?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌðə kˈe͡əɹi t͡ʃˈɪkɪn] (IPA) 
Mother Carey chicken is a term used particularly in the UK to describe the storm petrel, a seabird that is commonly seen around the coasts of the British Isles. However, there are several synonyms for this bird name, which vary depending on the region and culture. In the US, storm petrels are also known as "Mother Carey's chickens," "Mother Carey's Chickens," or "Pirates' Chickens." In Ireland, they are called "Lady's Cushion." Meanwhile, Scottish fishermen refer to storm petrels as "Cap:ee-rile," while South African seafarers called it "Ma-kerrie." These diverse synonyms attest to the global importance of these small but resilient seabirds that have captured the imagination of seafarers for centuries.
