The Laniidae family, commonly known as shrikes, consists of small to medium-sized birds found primarily in open habitats like grasslands and savannas. These birds are known for their distinctive hooked beaks, which they use to catch and consume insects, small mammals, and even other birds. Shrikes are unique for their hunting behavior; they often impale their prey on thorns or barbed wire, creating a larder of food. This behavior is particularly notable in the loggerhead shrike, a well-known species within the Laniidae family, which is found across North America.