raptorial (Meaning)
raptorial (a)
relating to or characteristic of birds of prey
raptorial (s)
living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey
raptorial (a.)
Rapacious; living upon prey; -- said especially of certain birds.
Adapted for seizing prey; -- said of the legs, claws, etc., of insects, birds, and other animals.
Of or pertaining to the Raptores. See Illust. (f) of Aves.
Synonyms & Antonyms of raptorial
raptorial Sentence Examples
- The praying mantis is a voracious predator with highly specialized raptorial forelegs.
- Birds of prey possess powerful, raptorial claws for capturing and killing their quarry.
- The African jacana's raptorial spurs aid in self-defense and protecting its young.
- Certain insects, such as dragonflies, have raptorial mandibles designed for catching and devouring other insects.
- The saltwater crocodile's immense jaws are equipped with numerous, sharp raptorial teeth.
- The mantis shrimp's raptorial claws deliver a powerful blow, shattering the shells of its prey.
- The eagle owl's raptorial talons enable it to seize and carry large prey, such as hares and rabbits.
- The harpy eagle's formidable raptorial grip allows it to snatch monkeys and other vertebrates from the canopy.
- The anglerfish possesses a raptorial lure that attracts prey before consuming them.
- Raptors, a group of birds of prey, rely on their keen eyesight and raptorial adaptations to hunt successfully.
FAQs About the word raptorial
relating to or characteristic of birds of prey, living by preying on other animals especially by catching living preyRapacious; living upon prey; -- said especi
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tame, submissive, gentle,herbivorous, herbivorous, gentle, submissive, tame,vegetarian, vegetarian
The praying mantis is a voracious predator with highly specialized raptorial forelegs.
Birds of prey possess powerful, raptorial claws for capturing and killing their quarry.
The African jacana's raptorial spurs aid in self-defense and protecting its young.
Certain insects, such as dragonflies, have raptorial mandibles designed for catching and devouring other insects.
