Definitions for raptores
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1. Raptores, order Raptoresnoun

   term used in former classifications; erroneously grouped together birds of the orders Falconiformes and Strigiformes

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1. raptores

   Birds of prey or predatory birds, also known as raptors, are hypercarnivorous bird species that actively hunt and feed on other vertebrates (mainly mammals, reptiles and other smaller birds). In addition to speed and strength, these predators have keen eyesight for detecting prey from a distance or during flight, strong feet with sharp talons for grasping or killing prey, and powerful, curved beaks for tearing off flesh. Although predatory birds primarily hunt live prey, many species (such as fish eagles, vultures and condors) also scavenge and eat carrion.Although the term "bird of prey" could theoretically be taken to include all birds that actively hunt and eat other animals, ornithologists typically use the narrower definition followed in this page, excluding both piscivorous predators such as storks, herons, gulls, skuas, penguins and kingfishers, as well as primarily insectivorous birds such as passerine birds (e.g. shrikes) and birds like nightjars and frogmouths. Some extinct predatory birds had talons similar to those of modern birds of prey, including mousebird relatives (Sandcoleidae), Messelasturidae and some Enantiornithes, indicating possible convergent evolution.

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1. raptores

   Raptores or birds of prey, also known as raptors, are a group of predatory birds characterized by strong beaks designed for tearing flesh, powerful legs, sharp talons, and keen eyesight. This group typically includes eagles, hawks, kites, owls, vultures, and falcons, among others. They are known for their hunting skills, often preying on small mammals, fish, or other birds. The term "raptores" originates from the Latin word, raptor, meaning "to seize or take by force." It's important to note that this term is not taxonomically precise; it refers more generally to a hunting behavior rather than a strict evolutionary grouping.

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1. Raptores

   same as Accipitres. Called also Raptatores

2. Etymology: [NL. See Raptor.]

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1. Raptores

   rap-tō′rēz, n.pl. an order of birds of prey distinguished by a hooked bill and sharp claws, and including the vultures, falcons, and owls—also Raptatō′res.—adjs. Raptō′rial, seizing by violence, as a bird of prey; Raptō′rious. [L. raptor, a plunderer—rapĕre, to seize.]

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of raptores in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of raptores in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=raptores
2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raptores
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raptores
5. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=raptores