eagle talon
Bird of prey's nail
An eagle talon is one of the curved, sharp claws on an eagle's foot, used for seizing and killing prey.
Eagles have four talons per foot, with the rear talon (hallux) being the largest and most powerful.
The grip strength of eagle talons can exceed 400 pounds per square inch—enough to crush bone.
Talons appear in heraldry, Native American regalia, and as symbols of predatory power: The eagle's talons closed around the fish.
- clawCurved animal nail
- bird of preyCarnivorous flying hunter
- raptorHunting bird with talons
- gripSecure manual hold
- vice gripSelf-locking adjustable pliers
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