collocalia Definition
a genus of swiftlets that are found in Asia and Australia, known for their edible nests made of solidified saliva.
Phrases with collocalia
a Chinese delicacy made from the nests of swiftlets, including those of the Collocalia genus
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Bird's nest soup is a traditional Chinese dish made from the nests of swiftlets, including those of the Collocalia genus.
the nests of swiftlets, including those of the Collocalia genus, which are used in Chinese cuisine
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Edible bird's nest is a delicacy in Chinese cuisine, made from the nests of swiftlets, including those of the Collocalia genus.
the practice of cultivating swiftlets, including those of the Collocalia genus, for their edible nests
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Swiftlet farming has become a lucrative industry in some parts of Asia, where the nests of swiftlets, including those of the Collocalia genus, are highly prized for their use in bird's nest soup.
Summary: collocalia in Brief
The term 'collocalia' [kol-uh-key-lee-uh] refers to a genus of swiftlets found in Asia and Australia, known for their edible nests made of solidified saliva. These nests are used in Chinese cuisine, particularly in dishes like bird's nest soup and edible bird's nest. Swiftlet farming, including those of the Collocalia genus, has become a lucrative industry in some parts of Asia.
