"rare bird" meaning in English

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          "ref": "1977, “106 Beats That”, in Pink Flag, performed by Wire",
          "text": "Finds it more physical, that's an important word / Always seen first then heard / Such a rare bird",
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        "Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rare, bird."
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