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Lanius Borealis

Description:

Lanius borealis refers to a species of bird commonly known as the Northern Shrike. It belongs to the Laniidae family and is primarily found in North America and the Northern regions of Eurasia.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A small to medium-sized songbird with distinctive predatory behavior and a hooked beak.

Example sentence: The lanius borealis perched on a tree branch, scanning its surroundings for prey.

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Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to or related to the Northern Shrike.

Example sentence: We observed a lanius borealis nest in the forest during our bird-watching expedition.

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Sense 3:

Proper noun: Lanius borealis is the scientific name specific to the Northern Shrike species.

Example sentence: The taxonomic classification of the lanius borealis identifies it as a passerine bird.

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