Genus Cirrus (curl of hair) Precipitation cloud? No Indicates precipitation No Abbreviation Ci fib | Species fibratus (fibrous) Appearance Fibers, threads Classification Family A (high-level) Minimum altitude (feet) 20,000 | |
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Time lapse cirrus fibratus
Cirrus fibratus is a type of cirrus cloud. The name cirrus fibratus is derived from Latin, meaning "fibrous". These clouds are similar to cirrus uncinus, commonly known as "mares' tails"; however, fibratus clouds do not have tufts or hooks at the end. The filaments are usually separate from one another.
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Like other cirrus clouds, cirrus fibratus occur at high altitudes. They can indicate an approaching warm front; however, they can also be an indication that fair weather will follow.
Cirrus fibratus and cumulus fractus
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