birds of prey

Talon-armed aerial hunters

Birds of prey are carnivorous birds that hunt and feed on other animals—eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, and vultures.

They share hooked beaks and strong talons adapted for seizing and killing prey.

The term often appears in nature documentaries and wildlife discussions: We spotted several birds of prey circling above the canyon.

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Opposites
feeding strategy

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Animals feeding on seeds

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ecological role

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Fowl legally hunted

songbirds · quarry · waterfowl · grouse · quail

physical characteristics and behavior

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Perching birds with musical calls

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