alheta
nounfeminine/ɐˈʎɛtɐ/low
a·lhe·ta
Definition
Small fleshy crest on some birds, such as the rooster.
The rooster displayed a bright red alheta.
The hen's alheta is less developed.
Etymology
Do latim 'alecta', por sua vez do grego 'alektryṓn' (galo).