Vultures are one of the most misunderstood and maligned species in the world. Suli, the Draper Museum Raptor Experience’s Turkey Vulture, triggers a… Read More
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… Read More
Turkey Vultures or Black Vultures?
What kind of a vulture is that? If you are in the Cody area, you know it’s a Turkey Vulture. Turkey vultures are the only… Read More
Funny Questions I Have Been Asked
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… Read More
The Birds of the Draper Museum Raptor Experience
The Draper Museum Raptor Experience is one of our crowd-pleasing programs. Visitors as well as staff quickly develop great affection for our birds, all of which… Read More
Designing a Raptor Presentation
This blog brought to you by Brandon Lewis, Live Raptor Program Assistant for the Draper Natural History Museum Melissa and I are currently in the… Read More
5 Things You Never Wanted to Know About Working With Raptors
Here are some facts you never wanted to know about birds of prey Working with raptors is truly an honor. We are so thankful that… Read More
Seven Facts You May Not Have Known About Birds of Prey
Here are some facts you might not know about birds of prey FACT #1: There are 30 species of hawks, falcons, and eagles as well… Read More
Every Vulture Deserves a Party
Some of you might not be aware that Suli, the Raptor Experience’s turkey vulture, turned three earlier this month. Just like every three-year-old in America, we… Read More
Weathering the Winter – Raptor Style!
This has been an incredible winter here in Cody, Wyoming! I’ve only lived here three years, but we’ve had more snow this winter than all… Read More
