Whether you are a bird watcher or not, you have probably seen a larger bird being harassed by one or more smaller birds. This behavior… Read More
Ultraviolet Vision in the Avian World
Did you know that many birds can see in ultraviolet light? The capability of UV vision was first documented in pigeons in the early 1970s.… Read More
Draper Museum Raptor Experience celebrates seven years at Buffalo Bill Center of the West
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West’s Draper Natural History Museum celebrates the seventh anniversary of its Draper Museum Raptor Experience this year. The Raptor… Read More
Fall brings changes to Buffalo Bill Center of the West schedule and activities
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West’s hours change for the autumn season September 16. Mark your calendars for all the great fall activities the… Read More
Owls In the Native American Culture
We humans love owls. Why not? With their flat faces and forward facing eyes they look more like us than any other bird. It is… Read More
Top 10 Bucket List @ The Center of the West
As much as we hate to admit it, the grand weeks of summer holiday are drawing to a close! Stores have their latest back to… Read More
Buffalo Bill Center of the West celebrates Earth Day with free event April 21
This year’s Earth Day event at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West takes place on Saturday, April 21, the day before the official date… Read More
Introducing the Western Screech-owl
For many people, owls are a favorite bird. One of the most common owls in the United States is the small Screech-owl. There are currently… Read More
Points West Online: Audiences Rapt with Raptors
Originally published in Points West magazine Spring 2012 The Building of an Empire…. Well, a New Program Anyway! Audiences Rapt with Raptors By Melissa Hill… Read More
Points West Online: New Adventures with Birds of Prey
Originally published in Points West magazine Spring 2012 New Adventures with Birds of Prey By Charles R. Preston, PhD Willis McDonald, IV Senior Curator of… Read More
