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Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis)
The Widespread and Adaptable Raptor The Red-tailed Hawk is one of the most common and widespread raptors in North America, known for its distinctive reddish-brown tail, which gives the bird its name. Physical Characteristics and Variability This large hawk has a wingspan of 4 to 5 feet and weighs between 1.5 to 3.5 pounds. Its […]
Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus)
The Tiger of the Sky The Great Horned Owl, often referred to as the “tiger of the sky,” is one of the most formidable and adaptable raptors in North America. Distinctive Appearance This large owl is easily recognizable by its prominent ear tufts, or “horns,” which are not actually ears but feather tufts that may […]
Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)
The Fastest Bird in the World The Peregrine Falcon, known for being the fastest bird in the world, is a medium-sized raptor with a wingspan of 3.3 to 3.6 feet and a body length of 13 to 23 inches. Distinctive Features Adults are characterized by their blue-gray back, barred underparts, and a distinctive dark head […]
Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)
Majestic Symbol of Freedom The Bald Eagle, the national bird of the United States, is a majestic raptor renowned for its striking appearance and powerful presence. Physical Characteristics With a wingspan ranging from 6 to 7.5 feet and weighing between 6.5 to 14 pounds, the Bald Eagle is one of the largest birds of prey […]