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Red-tailed Hawk

Description:

The Red-tailed Hawk, scientific name Buteo jamaicensis, is a large bird of prey, commonly found in North America. It is known for its distinct red tail feathers, which are displayed during flight.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The red-tailed hawk soared majestically through the sky.
• Verb: We watched in awe as the hawk red-tailed across the open field.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: Referring to the bird species.

Example sentence: The red-tailed hawk is a formidable hunter, known for its keen eyesight and powerful talons.

Sense 2:

Noun: Referring to a specific individual bird of the species.

Example sentence: We were lucky to witness a red-tailed hawk perched on a tree branch, observing its surroundings.

Sense 3:

Verb: Referring to the act of a hawk displaying its red tail feathers during flight.

Example sentence: The red-tailed hawk delighted the onlookers by red-tailing gracefully above the treetops.

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