Haliaeetus
- noun
- /ˌhæl.iˈiː.təs/
- Specialized
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Haliaeetus
- The Haliaeetus genus includes the majestic bald eagle, known for its iconic white head and tail.
Examples
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It's short for Haliaeetus leucocephalus.
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- Haliaeetus leucocephalus.
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A bird half as large again as the normal species we call Haliaeetus eucocephalus, the bald eagle to you.
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Birdwatchers often flock to coastal areas to observe the hunting prowess of Haliaeetus species.
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Many species within the Haliaeetus genus are known for their impressive wingspans and sharp talons.
Synonyms
A group of large eagles that live near the sea and big lakes
Compounds
- Specialized
A large brown eagle with a white tail that lives near coasts in Europe and Asia
- Specialized
A large North American eagle with a white head and tail and a dark body
- Specialized
A large eagle that eats fish and lives in southeast Europe and central Asia
- Specialized
A large sea eagle that lives on the northwest Pacific coast with a large yellow beak
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Haliaeetus comes from Greek parts halia 'sea' and aetos 'eagle'. So it means 'sea eagle', which fits these large coastal eagles that live by the water and often eat fish.
