ossifrage

/ˈɑsɪfreɪdʒ/
noun
  1. A large bird of prey, also known as the lammergeier or bearded vulture, that feeds on bones.
    • The ossifrage is known for dropping bones from great heights to break them open.
    • In some cultures, the ossifrage is a symbol of strength and endurance.
    • Birdwatchers traveled to the mountains hoping to spot an ossifrage.
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