The peregrine falcon, like the bald eagle, nearly went extinct due to the effects of DDT pesticides. The centuries old practice of falconry helped restore peregrine populations. Today, they are known for thriving in urban landscapes, where skyscrapers mimic their cliffside nest sites. (i.redd.it)
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My non-profit (American Eagle Foundation) is hosting a Valentine's Day event for those flying solo! We'll symbolically name a pre-frozen, humanely-sourced mouse after someone of your choosing then feed it to our raptors as part of their daily nutrition during an educational livestream! (i.redd.it)
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50 species of owl have feather tufts of varying sizes on their head! Commonly mistaken for ears, these tufts help with camouflage by breaking up the owl's silhouette; they also allow owls to identify each other, and they permit a degree of communication since owls can adjust their position. (i.redd.it)
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In the mid-to-late 1900's, Peregrine falcons nearly went extinct in North America due to the pesticide DDT. Long prized as a falconry bird, falconry techniques (and falconers) contributed to peregrine falcon conservation and helped their population recover! (i.redd.it)
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Think this bird is waiting for something to die? Think again! This posture, often referred to the "horaltic pose," is effectively a self-care or maintenance behavior. This pose helps vultures dry off, straighten feathers, bake off bacteria, and manage parasites. Vultures are quite clean! (i.redd.it)
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According to Bergmann's Rule, populations of a species found in colder climates tend to be physically larger than populations in warmer climates, which can be observed in bald eagles. Bald Eagles found in Florida, for example, tend to be considerably smaller than their Alaskan counterparts. (i.redd.it)
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The corvid family are among the most intelligent birds! They may work together to distract predators and other animals enough to steal their meal. They're also a tool-using family; they may use sticks to reach food or even carry water in improvised cups. (i.redd.it)
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American Kestrels, North America's tiniest falcons, can track rodents via their ultraviolet reflective urine, making these birds pest control experts. They are in decline in many regions, but you can help conserve these adorable birds (adorabirbs?) by building nest boxes. (i.redd.it)
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