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ˈkɛər izmoth·er carey's chick·en

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  1. Mother Carey's chicken, Mother Carey's hen, Oceanites oceanicusnoun

    medium-sized storm petrel

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    Mother Carey's chicken is a colloquial name for bird species in the storm petrel group, particularly the European storm petrel (Hydrobates pelagicus) and the Wilson's storm petrel (Oceanites oceanicus). They are small birds characterized by their tube-like nostrils and elongated legs, and are typically found in the open ocean. The name "Mother Carey's chicken" comes from maritime folklore, in which "Mother Carey" was said to be a witch who controlled the weather and was responsible for violent sea storms.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of mother carey's chicken in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of mother carey's chicken in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5


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