What is another word for accipitrine?
Pronunciation: [ɐkˈɪpɪtɹˌiːn] (IPA) 
Accipitrine is a rare and specific term that refers to birds of prey, specifically those in the hawk family. Synonyms for accipitrine include the words raptorial, rapacious, predatory, and hunting. These synonyms emphasize the predatory and aggressive nature of birds of prey. They are birds with keen senses and sharp talons, designed for hunting and capturing prey. Many animals` behavior is influenced by the presence of accipitrine birds, as they are at the top of the food chain. The term accipitrine is most commonly used among ornithologists and birdwatchers, but these synonyms allow for a more general and easily understood language around the subject of predatory birds.
