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Bussard
German → American English
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buzzard
Ein mittelgroßer Greifvogel, besonders aus der Familie der Bussarde.
Über dem Feld kreiste ein Bussard.Bussard is a general word for a bird of prey; in everyday German, Mäusebussard is especially common. Be careful: in English, buzzard can mean a vulture in some varieties of English.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Bussard" mean in English?
"Bussard" means "buzzard" in English, especially a bird of prey.
Is "Bussard" the same as "Mäusebussard"?
Not exactly. "Bussard" is the general term, while "Mäusebussard" is a specific species and a very common one in German.
Is a "Bussard" a hawk or a buzzard?
In German, "Bussard" refers to a buzzard, a type of bird of prey. It is sometimes loosely translated as "hawk" depending on context.