neophron

/niːˈɒfɹɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of New World vulture, particularly the king vulture, Sarcoramphus papa, and the black-headed vulture, Coragyps atratus.

“The neophron soared high above the landscape, its black feathers a stark contrast to the vibrant green below.”

Synonyms

  • raptor
  • vulture

Antonyms

  • bird
  • songbird