carancha
/kəˈrɑːntʃə/
noun
- A large South American bird of prey, also known as the crested caracara, with a black body and orange face.
- We spotted a carancha perched on a fence post in the Argentine countryside.
- The carancha is known for its bold behavior and willingness to scavenge near roads.
- Farmers sometimes see the carancha hunting for small rodents in the fields.
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