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One that might pick up a bird (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

crane

This clue is a double definition.

'one that might pick up' is the first definition.

'a bird' is the second definition.
(crane is a kind of bird)

(Other definitions for crane that I've seen before include "Large long-legged bird" , "Wading bird to lift heavy objects?" , "Bird; mechanical lift" , "Device for picking up" , "Wading bird - lifting device" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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