: of, relating to, or derived from birds
avian behavior
avian species
see also avian dinosaur
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From the rocky shoreline into its verdant interior, visitors can encounter a wealth of fascinating avian species, providing plenty of opportunity to spot fearsome birds of prey and tiny passerines alike during a trip to the state.
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
This administration didn't just fire the experts tracking avian flu, which has now infected dozens of people in California and is spreading rapidly through livestock.
—Kristen Waggoner, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Certain owls and eagles were considered powerful divinatory omens, while smaller avian species like thrushes were popular as both pets and meals.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
This still-active beacon is located within the same wildlife refuge as the wild ponies, along with 15 miles of hiking trails and over 275 resident and migrating avian species—including bald eagles, white ibis and roseate spoonbills.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 June 2025
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
This administration didn't just fire the experts tracking avian flu, which has now infected dozens of people in California and is spreading rapidly through livestock.
—Kristen Waggoner, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Certain owls and eagles were considered powerful divinatory omens, while smaller avian species like thrushes were popular as both pets and meals.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
This still-active beacon is located within the same wildlife refuge as the wild ponies, along with 15 miles of hiking trails and over 275 resident and migrating avian species—including bald eagles, white ibis and roseate spoonbills.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 June 2025
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“Avian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/avian. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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avian
adjective
avi·an
ˈā-vē-ən 
: of, relating to, or derived from birds
Medical Definition
avian
adjective
avi·an
ˈā-vē-ən
: of, relating to, or derived from birds
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