Noun
(idiomatic) Synonym of rare bird
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rare, animal.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgThere seems to be a general impression that to be known as normal in Hollywood is akin to being labeled as rare animal in a zoo. Irene Dunne
I have no idea how to become successful in children's tv programming today other than to say that whereever you find that rare animal being pursued, insert yourself into its environment; get in the door in any position and work from within. William Jackson