What is another word for lanius?
Pronunciation: [lˈanɪəs] (IPA) 
"Lanius" is a Latin word which means "butcher" or "murderer". This roughly translates to a bird with sharp, hooked beaks and claws for tearing flesh. Some of the commonly used synonyms for "lanius" are "shrike", "butcherbird", and "crow-striker". These birds are known for their hunting abilities and their unique behaviors such as impaling their prey on sharp objects for future consumption. "Lanius" or their synonyms are found all around the world and feature prominently in various mythologies and folklore. Despite their fierce nature, these birds are considered important parts of the ecosystem as they control the population of insects and small animals.
