Definitions for: Goshawk


[n] large hawk of Eurasia and North America used in falconry



Webster (1913) Definition: Gos"hawk`, n. [AS. g?shafuc, lit., goosehawk; or Icel.
g[=a]shaukr. See Goose, and Hawk the bird.] (Zo["o]l.)
Any large hawk of the genus Astur, of which many species
and varieties are known. The European (Astur palumbarius)
and the American (A. atricapillus) are the best known
species. They are noted for their powerful flight, activity,
and courage. The Australian goshawk ({A.
Nov[ae]-Hollandi[ae]}) is pure white.

Synonyms: Accipiter gentilis

See Also: Accipiter, genus Accipiter, hawk

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