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Milvus

Milvus

9.9
A group of birds in the hawk family, including the red kite
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Researchers studied the migration patterns of Milvus milvus, the red kite, in detail.

Examples

  • The genus Milvus is well known for its members' graceful flight and distinctive forked tails.

  • Several species within Milvus are widespread across Europe, Asia, and Africa.

  • Researchers studied the migration patterns of Milvus milvus, the red kite, in detail.

  • The Milvus is known for its distinctive forked tail.

  • Did you see the Milvus soaring overhead?

  • Several species within Milvus are widespread across Europe, Asia, and Africa.

  • The genus Milvus is well known for its members' graceful flight and distinctive forked tails.

Compounds

Milvus migrans
  • Specialized
9.9

A dark bird of prey that eats dead animals

Surface Forms

Milvus singular
Milvi plural

Etymology

The word Milvus comes from the Latin word milvus, which meant 'kite', a bird of prey. So scientists kept this old name for the genus, which helps you remember that Milvus species are types of kites known for their forked tails and graceful flight.