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rough-legged hawk

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun rough-legged hawk has 1 sense
  1. rough-legged hawk, roughleg, Buteo lagopus - large hawk of the northern hemisphere that feeds chiefly on small rodents and is beneficial to farmers
    --1 is a kind of hawk
    --1 is a member of Buteo, genus Buteo

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Rough-legged Hawk

Description

The Rough-legged Hawk is a large bird of prey belonging to the Buteo genus. It is known for its distinctive feathered legs, which give it its name. This species can be found in Arctic and Subarctic regions, particularly during the winter months. With its keen eyesight and powerful wings, the Rough-legged Hawk is a skilled hunter of small mammals.

Sample Sentences

  1. During the winter, the Rough-legged Hawk migrates from its breeding grounds in the tundra to more temperate regions.
  2. The Rough-legged Hawk soared through the sky, scanning the ground below for any signs of movement.
  3. We were lucky to catch a glimpse of a Rough-legged Hawk perched on a fencepost.
  4. As the Rough-legged Hawk swooped down, its feathered legs provided stability and control.
  5. Many birdwatchers travel to Alaska in hopes of spotting a Rough-legged Hawk in its natural habitat.

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