Chaja \Cha"ja\, n. [Native name.] (Zool.)
The crested screamer of Brazil ({Palamedea chavaria} syn.
{Chauna chavaria}), so called in imitation of its notes; --
called also {chauna}, and {faithful kamichi}. It is often
domesticated and is useful in guarding other poultry. See
{Kamichi}.
[1913 Webster]