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Meaning of strix
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strix (n)
owls lacking ear tufts
strix Sentence Examples
- The enigmatic strix, a nocturnal bird of ill omen, haunted the forests of ancient Rome.
- Strix's piercing gaze and eerie hooting sent shivers down the spines of superstitious villagers.
- In medieval bestiaries, the strix was depicted as a monstrous bird that stole children in the night.
- The belief in strixes persisted into the Renaissance era, where they were feared as harbingers of death.
- Strix Nebularia, also known as the barred owl, is a nocturnal predator with keen eyesight and hearing.
- The strix symbol was often used in Roman and Greek art to represent wisdom and vigilance.
- Some ancient societies believed that the strix could transform into human form to deceive and attack.
- The strix's presence in literature and folklore has inspired countless tales of horror and superstition.
- Modern scholars have debunked many of the myths surrounding the strix, but its enigmatic nature still captivates the imagination.
- Strixen, a subclass of feathers with stiff, elongated shafts, provide birds with enhanced insulation and aerodynamic efficiency.
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owls lacking ear tufts
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The enigmatic strix, a nocturnal bird of ill omen, haunted the forests of ancient Rome.
Strix's piercing gaze and eerie hooting sent shivers down the spines of superstitious villagers.
In medieval bestiaries, the strix was depicted as a monstrous bird that stole children in the night.
The belief in strixes persisted into the Renaissance era, where they were feared as harbingers of death.
