Aquilid

/ˈækwɪlɪd/ noun

Definition

A member of Aquilidae, the family of large predatory birds that includes eagles, hawk-eagles, and related raptors.

Etymology

From scientific Latin 'Aquilidae,' the family name created by adding the '-id' or '-idae' suffix (meaning family) to 'aquila,' following Linnaean taxonomic classification established in the 18th century.

Kelly Says

All eagles belong to the aquilid family, and there are over 60 species—from tiny Philippine eagles to massive harpy eagles that can lift prey heavier than a human child!

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