genus aegypius Antonyms
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Meaning of genus aegypius
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genus aegypius (n)
a genus of Accipitridae
genus aegypius Sentence Examples
- The genus Aegypius comprises the Old World vultures, characterized by their large size and powerful beaks.
- The Egyptian vulture (Aegypius monachus) is a member of the genus Aegypius and is found in Southern Europe, Africa, and Asia.
- The vultures of the genus Aegypius are primarily scavengers, feeding on the carcasses of dead animals.
- The cinereous vulture (Aegypius cinereus) is the largest species of the genus Aegypius and has a wingspan of up to 3 meters.
- The genus Aegypius vultures play an important ecological role in removing carcasses and reducing the spread of disease.
- The Cape vulture (Aegypius tracheliotus) is a species of the genus Aegypius that is found in Southern Africa.
- The vultures of the genus Aegypius are known for their exceptional eyesight, which allows them to spot carrion from great distances.
- The genus Aegypius vultures have distinctive dark plumage and a white collar around the neck.
- The hooded vulture (Aegypius occipitalis) is a species of the genus Aegypius that is found in Southern Asia.
- The vultures of the genus Aegypius are threatened by habitat loss, poisoning, and hunting.
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a genus of Accipitridae
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The genus Aegypius comprises the Old World vultures, characterized by their large size and powerful beaks.
The Egyptian vulture (Aegypius monachus) is a member of the genus Aegypius and is found in Southern Europe, Africa, and Asia.
The vultures of the genus Aegypius are primarily scavengers, feeding on the carcasses of dead animals.
The cinereous vulture (Aegypius cinereus) is the largest species of the genus Aegypius and has a wingspan of up to 3 meters.
