Definition: A diurnal predatory bird of the family Accipitridae, smaller than an eagle.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look!
Now you’ve come across a word – “hawk” - and you want to know what it means. The dictionary gives us a nice little clue: "A diurnal predatory bird of the family Accipitridae, smaller than an eagle.”
Let's break that down in a way that makes sense, don’t you agree?
Diurnal
– That just means it hunts during the
day
, not at night. Think sunshine and bright skies!
Predatory
– This is key! It means this bird… well, it
preys
on other animals. It hunts for its food.
Accipitridae
- That's a fancy family name, but don’t worry about remembering it just yet. Just know that hawks belong to a group of birds with sharp eyesight and strong talons!
Smaller than an eagle
– Gives you a good idea of its size; they are nimble and quick!
So, put it all together: A hawk is a daytime hunter - a bird of prey—like an eagle, but smaller. They're often seen soaring high above, scanning the ground for their next meal.
Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about what we’ve covered today?