circus cyaneus
Definition
- Noun:
- A bird of prey: "Circus cyaneus" is the scientific name for a species of harrier, specifically the Northern Harrier or Hen Harrier.
- A common harrier: It refers to a medium-sized, slender hawk known for hunting over marshes and open fields, characterized by its distinctive white rump patch and owl-like facial disk.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The circus cyaneus glided low over the meadow, searching for voles.
- Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the nesting grounds of the circus cyaneus.
Advanced Usage
- In ornithological context: Used precisely in scientific and birdwatching communities to identify the species, distinguishing it from other harriers like the Marsh Harrier ().
- The study focused on the migration patterns of Circus cyaneus.
Variants and Related Words
- Northern Harrier (n): The common name for in North America.
- Hen Harrier (n): The common name for in Europe.
- Harrier (n): The general term for birds in the genus .
Synonyms
- Marsh hawk (n, chiefly North America, dated): An older common name for the Northern Harrier.
- Ring-tail (n, informal): A term sometimes used for the female or juvenile due to their banded tail feathers.
Related Phrases
- To quarter a field: A phrase describing the low, coursing flight pattern characteristic of the when hunting.
- We watched the harrier quarter the field in its search for prey.
Noun
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common harrier of North America and Europe; nests in marshes and open land
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