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for raptors. A raptor is a bird of prey that eats meat, named for the Latin raptare
meaning "to seize and carry off." 'Cause that's what these birds
are built to do. Just look at those powerful legs, iron-clad hooked beaks, and sharp curved talons. There's about 482 species worldwide, but many of the killing machines
are right here in Arizona. And for those of you who consider museum
a four-letter word, don't worry. WOMAN 1: The Desert Museum's name
is somewhat of a misnomer
meaning "to seize and carry off." 'Cause that's what these birds
are built to do. Just look at those powerful legs, iron-clad hooked beaks, and sharp curved talons. There's about 482 species worldwide, but many of the killing machines
are right here in Arizona. And for those of you who consider museum
a four-letter word, don't worry. WOMAN 1: The Desert Museum's name
is somewhat of a misnomer
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...for raptors.
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A raptor is a bird of prey that eats meat,
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named for the Latin raptare
meaning "to seize and carry off."
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'Cause that's what these birds
are built to do.
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Just look at those powerful legs,
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iron-clad hooked beaks,
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and sharp curved talons.
00:00:20.853 --> 00:00:23.079
There's about 482 species worldwide,
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but many of the killing machines
are right here in Arizona.
00:00:28.594 --> 00:00:32.798
And for those of you who consider museum
a four-letter word, don't worry.
00:00:32.865 --> 00:00:35.768
WOMAN 1: The Desert Museum's name
is somewhat of a misnomer.
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The United States of Animals is your guide to amazing animals doing incredible things around the country. Showcasing the best and most accessible wildlife and revealing secrets behind the fascinating things that animals do, this f...
