condors

Meanings

• noun

  Large flying birds of the New World vulture family, having a wingspan up to 10 feet and a body length up to 3 feet. Condors are scavengers and feed primarily on carrion.

  - "The Andean condor is the largest flying bird in the world."
  - "Condors play an important role in the ecosystem by cleaning up carrion and keeping the environment free of decaying matter."

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Variants

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Andean condor , condor , condores , condors , Andean condors , California condor , California condors

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Etymology

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From Spanish condor, from Quechua kuntur, probably imitative of the sound of their wings.

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Trivia

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1. Condors have a unique method of thermoregulation: they can spread their wings in the sun to absorb heat, or tuck them in to keep warm.

2. Condors have a very slow metabolism, which allows them to fly for long periods of time without needing to eat.

3. Condors are monogamous and mate for life.

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1. Vultures: Condors are part of the vulture family, which are characterized by their strong, broad wings and their scavenging habits.

2. Raptors: Condors are also classified as raptors, which is a group of birds of prey that includes eagles, hawks, and falcons.

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Culture

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Condors have been revered by many indigenous cultures in South America, particularly the Inca and the Mapuche. They are often depicted in art and mythology as symbols of power and freedom.

How to Memorize "condors"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large bird with a wingspan of up to 10 feet and a body length of up to 3 feet. Visualize its powerful wings and its scavenging habits.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the name 'condor' with the image of a large, powerful bird of prey that feeds on carrion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'condor' starts with the letter 'C' and rhymes with 'vulture' and 'scavenger'.

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