northern harrier

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Noun northern harrier has 1 sense

marsh hawk, northern harrier, hen harrier, Circus cyaneus - common harrier of North America and Europe; nests in marshes and open land
--₁ is a kind of harrier
--₁ is a member of Circus, genus Circus

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Northern Harrier

Definition: The Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) is a medium-sized bird of prey found in North America. It is well-known for its distinctive hunting behavior and unique appearance.

Noun:
- A type of bird of prey with long wings, a long tail, and a distinctive white rump patch, mainly found in Northern America.
- Example sentence: The Northern Harrier swooped gracefully over the marshlands in search of its prey.
Adjective:
- Relating to or typical of the Northern Harrier.
- Example sentence: The local birdwatchers were excited to spot a pair of northern harrier nests near the lake.
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