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giant petrel

/ˈdʒaɪənt ˈpɛtrəl/

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/ˈdʒaɪənt ˈpɛtrəl/C1formalscientific
  • ruКрупная морская птица рода Macronectes, обитающая в Южном океане, известная своим агрессивным поведением при поиске падали и мощным крючковатым клювом.

A large seabird of the genus Macronectes, found in the Southern Ocean, known for its aggressive scavenging behavior and powerful hooked beak.

  1. Large seabirdC1formal

    A large, aggressive seabird of the genus Macronectes, found in the Southern Ocean, known for its scavenging and predatory behavior.

    ruКрупная морская птица

    • The giant petrel is one of the largest flying birds in the Antarctic region.
    • Giant petrels are known to follow ships for food scraps.
    • Researchers observed a giant petrel attacking a penguin colony.