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sagittariidae

/səˌdʒɪtəˈraɪɪdiː/

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noun

/səˌdʒɪtəˈraɪɪdiː/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный таксономический термин, обозначающий семейство хищных птиц, обычно известных как птицы-секретари, характеризующихся длинными ногами и характерным хохолком из перьев.

A scientific taxonomic term referring to a family of birds of prey, commonly known as secretary birds, characterized by their long legs and distinctive crest of feathers.

proper noun

  1. Secretary birdsC2formal

    A family of large, long-legged birds of prey native to Africa, known for their distinctive crest of feathers and their habit of hunting snakes on foot.

    ruПтицы-секретари

    • The Sagittariidae family consists of a single species, the secretary bird.
    • Sagittariidae are often seen striding through the grasslands in search of prey.
    • The unique hunting method of Sagittariidae involves stamping on snakes.