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Accipitridae

Accipitridae

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A group of birds that hunt other animals, like hawks and eagles
  • noun
  • /ˌækɪˈpɪtrɪdi/
  • Specialized
: Accipitridae
  • The Accipitridae family includes some of the most powerful raptors, such as eagles and hawks.

Examples

  • The Accipitridae are known for their keen eyesight and predatory skills.

  • Look at that majestic Accipitridae soaring above!

  • Scientists discovered a new species within the Accipitridae during their expedition to the rainforest.

  • The Accipitridae family includes many impressive birds.

  • The Accipitridae family includes some of the most powerful birds of prey, such as eagles and hawks.

  • Birds like the golden eagle and the harrier are classified under the family Accipitridae.

  • Wildlife enthusiasts often observe members of the Accipitridae family soaring high above the mountains.

Surface Forms

Accipitridae singular
Accipitridae plural

Etymology

Accipitridae comes from the Latin accipiter, which means 'hawk', and from the root capere, which means 'to seize' and is also in the English word 'capture'. So these birds are like 'seizers'—hawks, eagles and kites that grab their prey with their claws.