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pigeon hawk

/ˈpɪdʒɪn hɔːk/

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/ˈpɪdʒɪn hɔːk/formalscientific
  • ruАльтернативное народное название американской пустельги (Falco sparverius), небольшого красочного сокола, обитающего в Америке. Название связано с его голубиными размерами и охотничьим поведением.

An alternative common name for the American kestrel (Falco sparverius), a small, colorful falcon native to the Americas. The name refers to its pigeon-like size and its hunting behavior.

  1. Alternative name for the MerlinC1formalamerican

    A small, fast falcon (Falco columbarius) known for its swift flight and hunting of small birds.

    ruДербник

    • The pigeon hawk is often seen chasing sparrows across open fields.
    • Birdwatchers spotted a pigeon hawk perched on a fence post.
    • The pigeon hawk's scientific name is Falco columbarius.