gyrfalcon

/ˈdʒɜrfælən/

Definitions

1. noun

a large, dark-bellied falcon with a white underside and a wingspan of up to 2.2 meters, native to Arctic regions

“The gyrfalcon is a majestic bird of prey, widely hunted for its impressive wingspan.”

Synonyms

  • goshawk
  • peregrine falcon

Antonyms

  • songbird
  • sparrow