Associations to the word «Falconiformes»

Wiktionary

FALCONIFORMES, proper noun. A taxonomic order within the parvclass Neognathae., variously defined, two common definitions being
FALCONIFORMES, proper noun. All the raptors, or birds of prey
FALCONIFORMES, proper noun. Only the family Falconidae

Dictionary definition

FALCONIFORMES, noun. Chiefly diurnal carnivorous birds having hooked beaks and long talons with opposable hind toe: falcons; hawks; eagles; ospreys; caracaras; vultures.

Wise words

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