raptorial

• Relatif aux oiseaux de proie ou qui en est caractéristique ; adapté pour saisir une proie.

Relating to or characteristic of birds of prey (raptors); adapted for seizing prey.

1. Relating to birds of preyC2formal

   Describing characteristics or features typical of birds that hunt and feed on other animals, such as eagles, hawks, and owls.

   Rapace

   • The raptorial claws of the eagle are perfectly adapted for grasping prey.
   • Raptorial birds have excellent eyesight for spotting food from great heights.
   • The museum displayed a collection of raptorial skeletons.

   Synonymespredatory

2. Predatory by natureC2formal

   Living by hunting and capturing other animals for food; having a predatory lifestyle.

   Rapace (se dit d'un animal qui vit de proies)

   • The raptorial behavior of the mantis is fascinating to observe.
   • Many insects exhibit raptorial adaptations for catching smaller prey.
   • The raptorial habits of this species make it a top predator in its ecosystem.

   Synonymescarnivorouspredaciouspredatoryrapacious

   Antonymesprey