Plume hunter's prey Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, January 9, 2010 · 18-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, January 9, 2010.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 9, 2010 · 18-Across · 5 letters
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What does this clue mean?
any of various usually white herons having long plumes during breeding season
noun
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