World wide, many vulture populations are in trouble, yet they are one of the most essential birds. According to the National Geographic article, Bloody Good (2016), of the 23 species of […]
THE ESSENTIAL VULTURE Part 1: Why We Should Love Them
Vultures are one of the most misunderstood and maligned species in the world. Suli, the Draper Museum Raptor Experience’s Turkey Vulture, triggers a variety of feelings from our visitors. Upon […]
Falcons of North America
The term falcon refers to a bird of prey that has distinct differences when compared to raptors such as eagles and hawks. A few of the most common falcon characteristics […]
Hacking: What it is and How it’s Done
Hacking is a common term that seems to come up in every article and book I read about the successful recovery and reintroduction of the Peregrine Falcon. The term is usually […]
How Old and New World Vultures Differ
Did you know that Old World and New World Vultures are not closely related? I was very surprised to learn this when I began to work with Suli, the Draper […]
The Red-tailed Hawk: Why Are They So Common?
Red-tailed Hawks are the most common soaring hawk in North America. Yet you may have one living near you and not even recognize it as a Red-tailed Hawk. This is […]
