: of, relating to, or derived from birds
avian behavior
avian species
see also avian dinosaur
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The primary factor behind the jump in egg prices is an avian flu epidemic, which has led to the deaths of more than 21 million chickens, including 13 million in December alone.
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Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
As a new strain of avian flu spreads and egg prices hit record highs, Trader Joe's has placed a nationwide limit on how many cartons shoppers can buy.
—Monica Eng, Axios, 14 Feb. 2025
One audience member asked the panelists about avian flu and the potential fear of another pandemic, seeking their insights on how to ease public concerns and communicate most effectively.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The sponsor, Republican state Rep. Ryan Gonzalez, argued that while the avian flu was a major factor in prices, the cage-free rules played a significant role.
—Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
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Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
As a new strain of avian flu spreads and egg prices hit record highs, Trader Joe's has placed a nationwide limit on how many cartons shoppers can buy.
—Monica Eng, Axios, 14 Feb. 2025
One audience member asked the panelists about avian flu and the potential fear of another pandemic, seeking their insights on how to ease public concerns and communicate most effectively.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The sponsor, Republican state Rep. Ryan Gonzalez, argued that while the avian flu was a major factor in prices, the cage-free rules played a significant role.
—Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
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“Avian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/avian. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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avian
adjective
avi·an
ˈā-vē-ən 
: of, relating to, or derived from birds
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avian
adjective
avi·an
ˈā-vē-ən
: of, relating to, or derived from birds
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