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falconiformes

/ˌfæl.kɒn.ɪˈfɔːr.miːz/

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noun

C2formalcommon/ˌfæl.kɒn.ɪˈfɔːr.miːz/

uncountable · proper noun

A taxonomic order of chiefly diurnal carnivorous birds characterized by hooked beaks and long talons with an opposable hind toe, including falcons, hawks, eagles, ospreys, caracaras, and vultures.

  • 🇷🇺Таксономический отряд преимущественно дневных хищных птиц, характеризующихся крючковатыми клювами и длинными когтями с противопоставленным задним пальцем, включающий соколов, ястребов, орлов, скоп, каракар и стервятников.
  1. Order of birds of prey C2 formal scientific

    An order of chiefly diurnal carnivorous birds characterized by hooked beaks and long talons with an opposable hind toe, including falcons, hawks, eagles, ospreys, caracaras, and vultures.

    • Falconiformes are known for their exceptional hunting skills.
    • The order Falconiformes includes many species of raptors.
    • Ornithologists study the behavior of Falconiformes in the wild.

    🇷🇺Соколообразные

    Synonyms: raptores