Meaning of the word "hawks will not pick out hawks' eyes" in English

What does "hawks will not pick out hawks' eyes" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hawks will not pick out hawks' eyes

US /hɔks wɪl nɑt pɪk aʊt hɔks aɪz/
UK /hɔːks wɪl nɒt pɪk aʊt hɔːks aɪz/
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Idiom

people of the same kind, especially those who are unscrupulous or powerful, do not harm each other

Example:
I thought the rival gang leaders would fight, but hawks will not pick out hawks' eyes.
The corrupt politicians protected each other because hawks will not pick out hawks' eyes.