The Order of owls (Strigiformes) is a well loved group of birds. In fact, it is the owls that we humans have tagged as wise. Why is that? The main theory is that, unlike other birds, owl’s eyes are on the front of their faces. Their faces are also more rounded, giving them a somewhat […]
The peregrine falcon is one of the best-known birds in the world. Found on every continent except Antarctica, this species has won the hearts of not only falconers, but of millions of people with their incredible speed and agility in the air. In the 1960s falconers who kept a close eye on these falcons noticed that […]
As part of our work we encourage visitors to ask questions. We understand that there are many people who know absolutely nothing about birds. Though we may smile inside, we do our best to answer funny questions in a manner that will not make the asker feel stupid. In this blog I will share just […]
We are often asked about the interesting gloves that we wear when handling our birds. While most people instantly see why we wear them, some just can’t help but be fascinated by the gear. So, here’s a little information for any of you who have been wondering about one of the most important pieces of […]
The American kestrel is North America’s smallest falcon species and the second smallest falcon in the world. These charismatic birds often charm and entertain bird watchers across their range. They can be found from Alaska to South America and from the East Coast to the West Coast. Their colorful plumage makes them relatively easy to […]
Before Kateri, our golden eagle, came to live with us, people would often ask if we were going to get an eagle. By eagle, they really meant a bald eagle. When I told them we were looking for a golden eagle, they would ask why we would want a golden instead of a bald eagle. […]