birdling

noun

1. A little bird; especially, a baby bird.

   “Near-synonyms: birdlet, birdie, birb; chick, nestling, fledgling”

   “Clasped, love, close to thy heart, thy birdling Foldeth her wings in peace-- Trusts, love! feeling nor cold nor shadow, Finding at last her ease, From fear a safe release, Heart's love, with thee."”

   “Nay, fear not, birdling! let me gently Uplift and hold thee in my hand; Thou gazest on me so intently, Thou must my motive understand.”

2. (rare)Turtle.