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
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
predatory, predaceous, aggressive,predacious, wild, fierce,rapacious, ferocious, carnivorous, deadly
tame, tame,herbivorous, gentle, submissive, submissive, herbivorous, gentle,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.
