Which group does the term "diurnal birds of prey" refer to?

The term "diurnal birds of prey" refers to birds that primarily hunt during the day, and this designation applies to the group Falconiformes, which includes hawks, eagles, and falcons. While Strigiformes, which consists of owls, are also birds of prey, they are primarily nocturnal. Therefore, grouping Falconiformes and Strigiformes together under the term "diurnal birds of prey" does not accurately capture the behavior of Strigiformes. In this context, the correct answer acknowledges that diurnal birds of prey belong specifically to the Falconiformes group, differentiating them from the primarily nocturnal Strigiformes. Thus, recognizing "both Falconiformes and Strigiformes" does not apply when defining solely diurnal hunters. The selection of Falconiformes highlights the specific characteristic of daytime hunting, making it essential to identify this distinction accurately.