Accipitridae
Accipitridae
Accipitridae (pronounced: ak-sip-i-tri-dee) is a family of birds of prey, which includes hawks, eagles, kites, harriers and Old World vultures. These birds have powerful hooked beaks for tearing flesh from their prey, strong legs, powerful talons, and keen eyesight.
Etymology
The term "Accipitridae" is derived from the Latin word "Accipiter", which means "hawk". The suffix "-idae" is a common ending in biology that denotes a family.
Characteristics
Members of the Accipitridae family are characterized by their strong, hooked beaks, which are perfect for tearing flesh from their prey. They also have strong legs and powerful talons, which they use to catch and hold their prey. Their eyesight is also extremely keen, allowing them to spot prey from great distances.
Species
There are around 240 species in the Accipitridae family, including the Golden Eagle, Bald Eagle, Red Kite, and Marsh Harrier. These species are found all over the world, except for Antarctica.
Related Terms
- Raptor: A general term for birds of prey, including members of the Accipitridae family.
- Bird of Prey: A bird that hunts and eats other animals. Members of the Accipitridae family are birds of prey.
- Carnivorous: An organism that primarily eats other animals. Members of the Accipitridae family are carnivorous.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Accipitridae
- Wikipedia's article - Accipitridae
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