61. Holarctic Birds Of Prey in Holarctic Owls, Use of Logistic Regression Models to Predict Consumption of carcassesby Griffon vultures, Toxic Chemicals and birds of prey in the mid1990s http://www.raptors-international.de/BOOKS/Holarctic_Birds_of_Prey/hauptteil_hola

The World Working Group on Birds of Prey and Owls NOW AVAILABLE AGAIN REPRINT 2002 Holarctic Birds of Prey Proceedings of an International Conference ISBN 84-605-7398-2, 680 pp, many diagrams, maps line drawings and photographs This volume comprises the proceedings of the International Conference on Holarctic Birds of Prey and Owls held by WWGBP in conjunction with the Spanish nature conservation organisation ADENEX in April 1995 at Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain and attended by over 400 ornithologists. The volume contains 680 pages, with 59 original papers. 2002 CTM

62. LARGE PYRENEAN BIRDS OF PREY Bearded vultures are alongside Bonelli's eagle- the most endangered bird of preyof French You would be very lucky to see all these birds during a single http://www.pyrenees-decouvertes.com/en/faunes/rapaces/index.asp

Large Pyrenean birds of prey by Jean Joachim, engineer at the wild fauna laboratory, INRA. Large birds of prey have always been persecuted and have only found refuge in the most inaccessible parts of mountain ranges, often at very high altitudes. Although protected for the past twenty years or so, they show no inclination to recolonize the lower altitudes and plains. Human activity leaves them only a marginal role in a sanitized countryside dedicated to intensive farming practices. The Pyrenees were the last refuge in the whole of France for certain species, while offering shelter to birds of prey known in other mountains. It is this wealth of wildlife that the various nature reserves throughout the range -from the national park in the west to eastern reserves- all aim to conserve. In the 1970s, just before birds of prey were placed under legal protection, the situation was critical. Today, most small and medium bird of prey populations have risen to an acceptable level. The larger birds of prey are more sensitive to disturbances of all kinds. The time taken before reaching sexual maturity, the few young born per couple (often one over a two-year period), the long breeding period (one year) and the numerous failures all serve to slow down reproduction and hinder the renewal of generations. We should always keep one eye on the sky in the hopes of seeing a fleeting silhouette or even the soaring flight of one of these large birds of prey in their own domain.

63. Hawks & Old World Vultures Hawks Old World vultures. SCZ Animals; SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Animal Bytes BaldEagle; SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Animal Resources Diurnal birds of prey; http://www.animalomnibus.com/hawkowvl.htm

African Fish Eagle Zoo in the Wild Bald Eagle - Haliaeetus leucocephalus Animal Diversity Web Bald Eagle Profile Breeding Birds of the Platte River Valley California Living Museum ... World Wildlife-Bald Eagle Facts Bataleur Zoo in the Wild Black Kite - Milvus migrans Broad-winged Hawk THE RAPTOR CENTER: Raptor Facts - Broad-Winged Hawk West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center Cinerous Vulture - Aegypius monachus AZA - Cinerous Vulture Species Survival Plan Birds at Lincoln Park Zoo Cooper's Hawk Animal Diversity Web THE RAPTOR CENTER: Raptor Facts - Coopers Hawk West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center Ferruginous Hawk - Buteo regalis Alberta's Special Places-Endangered Species Breeding Birds of the Platte River Valley Ferruginous Hawk Profile Texas Parks and Wildlife Galapagos Hawk Galapagos Trip GALAPÁGOS ISLANDS Golden Eagle - Aquila chrysaetos Breeding Birds of the Platte River Valley SCZ Animals THE RAPTOR CENTER: Raptor Facts - Golden Eagle The RMRP Educational Birds ... West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center Griffon Vulture - Gyps fulvus Gymnogene Zoo in the Wild Harpy Eagle Harpy Eagle Egg Hatches at World Center for Birds of Prey Harrier (Marsh Hawk) Breeding Birds of the Platte River Valley Texas Parks and Wildlife THE RAPTOR CENTER: Raptor Facts - Northern Harrier West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center Harris' Hawk - Parabuteo unicinctus

64. Raptor Rehabilitation Of Kentucky A nonprofit all volunteer organization dedicated to helping sick, injured or orphaned birds of prey/rapt Category Recreation Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitation...... rehabbers hawk hawks vulture vultures falcon falcons owl owls wildlife preservationeagle eagles chicks bird of prey birds of prey kestrel kestrels peregrine http://www.raptorrehab.org/

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65. VULTURES And CONDORS any bird of prey), wings and tail. Usually seen on the ground hunting for food,these birds can fly well and soar in the same manner as vultures, though this http://www.lairweb.org.nz/vulture/secretary.html

Order: Falconiformes. Family: Sagittariidae Scientific Name: Sagittarius serpentarius Common Names: Secretary Bird. Conservation Status: Rare. Officially protected, though the reduction in this species continues. Geographical Range: Africa, south of the Sahara Desert. Habitat: Savannahs, steppes and plains. Occasionally found in very light bush areas. Physical Characteristics: The Secretary Bird is the only species in this family. It receives its common name from the Arabic saqu ettair which translates into French to mean hunter-bird ( ). A fanciful story is that name originates from the pen-like quills which dangle off the bird's head; these are said to resemble the quills 18th century clerks carried tucked into their wigs. The scientific name of Sagittarius serpentarius refers both to the resemblance of the bird to an archer and also to its preference for snakes. Secretary Birds do not have the grasping toes of other birds of prey; their toes are thick and blunt but armed with short, curved talons. Unlike other raptors they have long legs (the longest legs of any bird of prey), wings and tail. Usually seen on the ground hunting for food, these birds can fly well and soar in the same manner as vultures, though this they will only do when necessary. Even when pursued they rely upon their ability to walk quickly, rather than taking flight, but may spread their wings to aid in running. They are the only bird of prey with terrestrial habits and it is not unusual for a Secretary Bird to walk distances of up to twenty miles in a single day.

66. VULTURES And CONDORS In zoos birds of prey like this are fed on mice, mealworms and prepared bird of preydiets. We know King vultures nest in trees, often very high up and may http://www.lairweb.org.nz/vulture/king.html

Order: Falconiformes. Family: Cathartidae. (New World vulture). Scientific Name: Sarcoramphus papa. (Historic name: Sarcorhamphus papa. Translation: 'Father of the Coffin') Common Names: King Vulture or King Jan Kro. Conservation Status: Rare. Although King Vultures are not yet listed as endangered or threatened, there has been a substantial decrease in wild populations largely due to habitat destruction. To offset the reduction in wild numbers a captive breeding programme is in operation, with the studbook for this being located at the Sequoia Park Zoo. Details recorded include dates hatched, parentage, locations, wild or captive born and dates of death; the earliest entry dates back to 1900. King Vultures are a protected bird in Belize. Geographical Range: Mexico and Venezuela, through to Argentina, where they are sometimes seen soaring in flocks over rain forest areas. Habitat: Wooded lowlands and tropical rain forests.

67. Birds Of Prey At the Roost These two vultures are at the roost. Ferruginous Hawk in Utah Cisco,Utah is one of the best places to see wintering birds of prey. http://www.sagarmatha.com/galleries/themes/nr.html

Raptor Images All these pictures were taken by me over the course of the last 10 years. Some are of dubious quality, but may be included for completeness. You may click on any image to see a full-sized image of the same bird. Images are sorted in taxonomical order as presented in Raptors of the World . Names used therein are accepted as correct, and differences between those names and the commonly used names in the United States are noted. Order CICONIIFORMES Family CATHARTIDAE Black Vulture ( Coragyps atratus Black Vulture Soaring near Cape May, New Jersey. Black Vulture Soaring over Patagonia, Arizona. Turkey Vulture ( Cathartes aura Turkey Vulture Soaring near Hawk Hill. Turkey Vulture A Turkey Vulture feeding. Order ACCIPITRIFORMES Family PANDIONIDAE Osprey ( Pandion haliaetus Osprey in Flight This osprey flew over the Cape May Hawkwatch. Osprey on the Nest This osprey guards a nest on a nesting platform on Tomales Bay. Osprey on the Nest Three young osprey are joined by a parent. Osprey in Flight This osprey was near Hawk Hill. Osprey in Flight This osprey flew over the platform at Cape May.

68. All About Birds Pg 2 of prey or raptors are meat eating birds that use hooked beaks to catch and killtheir prey. Owl), kites, harriers, buzzards, merlins, vultures, goshawks and http://www.kidzone.ws/animals/birds2.htm

SEARCH KidZone Crafts for Kids Coloring Pages ... Sites for Teachers The Raptors Birds of prey or "raptors" are meat eating birds that use their strong feet, talons and hooked beaks to catch and kill their prey. This group includes eagles, osprey, hawks, owls ( Great Horned Owl ), kites, harriers, buzzards, merlins , vultures, goshawks and condors. They eat small mammals such as mice and rabbits, fish, snakes, and even other birds. Some catch and kill their food and others (like vultures) feast on the leftovers other hunters leave behind. bald eagle Look at the photo of the bald eagle to the left. Can you see how strong it's beak looks? See how it has a hooked end? This beak is used to tear into flesh. Birds don't have teeth... can you guess why? Teeth are heavy and would make it very difficult for birds to fly. This is especially important for birds of prey who must fly swiftly to catch their food. Birds "chew" their food inside a part of the stomach called the gizzard. The gizzard has strong muscles which grind the food against a rough inner surface to break it down. I spy with my little eye...

69. The Birds Of Prey Aviary devoted entirely to our local birds of prey. The aviary is more than just an exhibit;it serves as a breeding facility for Israeli vultures, particularly the http://www.jerusalemzoo.org.il/english/upload/tour/prey.html

The Birds of Prey Aviary This exhibit was specially constructed to serve as an aviary for Israeli raptors. As such, it is devoted entirely to our local birds of prey. The aviary is more than just an exhibit; it serves as a breeding facility for Israeli vultures, particularly the Griffon vulture ( Gyps fulvus Since the opening of the aviary, a number of Griffon vulture chicks have hatched here. A few others, hatched in incubators, have been adopted by two of our vultures. This pair gained fame (or infamy) thanks to the fact that they were loving adoptive parents, notwithstanding the trivial detail that both spouses were in fact male! This enclosure is proud to be part of a nationwide effort aimed at returning Israel's raptors to the wild. The zoo operates in close conjunction with all the authorities throughout the country that are participating in this program. The Israel Raptor Breeding Center operates behind the scenes by taking the eggs of rare species, for instance Griffon vultures, Lappet-faced vultures ( Torgos tracheliotus ), Lanner falcons (

70. BIRDS OF PREY & FALCONRY Surveys birds of prey of North America and of the world and how they live hawks,eagles, vultures, owls, falcons. Also the ancient art of Falconry. http://www.educationalimages.com/it110004.htm

BIRDS, MAMMALS and OTHER ANIMALS formation on a wide variety of species and their adaptations. Coverage includes birds, primates,endangered, exotics,scavengers, marine, nocturnal,aggression, learning,etc. Surveys birds of prey of North America and of the world and how they live: hawks, eagles, vultures, owls, falcons. Also the ancient art of Falconry. 3 pgms, 60 slides. EP #429X SLIDES SAVE OVER $15.00 ON 3 SLIDE SET BUNDLE ORDER EP #429X..........$99.95 BIRDS OF PREY SERIES Order #423X..........$72.50 Details the ecological niche, economic value, lifestyles and behaviors of our often maligned native birds of prey, as well as representatives from South America, Australia, Europe, Asia and Africa. Coverage includes short-tailed, red-tailed, red-shouldered, savanna and Swainson's hawks; bateleur, Verneaux's, tawny, bald and golden eagles; sea eagles; marsh hawk; osprey and nest; caracara; peregrine falcon; turkey, white- backed and Mexican king vultures; owl pellets; great horned, screech, barred, saw-whet

71. Ultimate Savers - Birds Of Prey birds of prey by Softdd, Screen Shot Various pictures include eagles, hawkswans,cranes, pelicans, drakes, hawks, osprey, vultures, and more. http://www.ultimatesavers.com/index.asp?ID=182

72. Weick. Birds Of Prey Of The World. the world's diurnal birds of prey. Here are shown, in 40 largesized colour plates,including 1144 figures altogether, the New World vultures, Secretary birds http://www.robbsbooks.com/rweickfe.htm

Nonfiction Plants Animals Invertebrates Vertebrates ... DVDs/Videos Search Search Search Search What's this? Service Search Robb's Outdoor Store RobbsBooks.com Fan Shop Biology Links ... Send review copy Weick, Friedhelm. Birds of Prey of the World Title Birds of Prey of the World: A Coloured Guide to Identification of all the Diurnal Species [of the] Order Falconiformes Author Weick, Friedhelm in collaboration with Leslie H. Brown Publisher Paul Parey, Hamburg Year ISBN 3490085183 (Hardcover) Illustrations Weick, Friedhelm (1144 color figures and 160 line drawings) Table of Contents Content Bibliography Annotated bibliography Index Index of scientific names, Index of German names, Index of English names Pages Categories ornithology, raptors, world, identification guide Language English (en), German (de), Latin (la) From the Dust Jacket All the world's diurnal birds of prey. Here are shown, in 40 large-sized colour plates, including 1144 figures altogether, the New World Vultures, Secretary Birds, Ospreys; Accipitridae such as Old World Vultures, kites, hawks and eagles; and the falcons, Falconidae. All distinctive races, adult and immature plumages, males and females, and unusual colour phases are illustrated. Distinctive field characteristics are shown by arrows. When possible, allied species are shown on the same colour plate. All specimens are painted in one position, sometimes with the wings or tail shown partly opened to display diagnostic characters. The colour plates, unique in this way, are based upon innumerable sketches made in the field, in zoos and collections, and from museum skins.

73. Bibliography Rens. 1980. Handrearing of vultures at Wassenaar Zoo, The Netherlands. birds OF prey. Edwards, E. and R. Tashian. 1959. Avifauna http://www.eurekawebs.com/zoo/kvb.htm

KING VULTURE STUDBOOK BIBLIOGRAPHY Compiled by Jack Bellinger, Sequoia Park Zoo Converted by WPAHTML

74. Raptors and Caracaras. Cathartidae are the vultures. Link to more informationand photographs about birds of prey through these images. http://www.sonic.net/~raptors/raptors/raptor.htm

This page takes approximately 30 seconds to load with a 56K modem Raptors Birdwatching is the fastest-growing hobby in the United States. Birds of Prey are particularly fascinating due to their awesome aerial displays, extraordinary migrations, and elusive daily routines. The seasoned hawk-watcher is mindful of the intermittent opportunities to observe these magnificent hunters, and any student of ecology is aware that the sometimes tenuous existence of these birds depends upon the health of our planet. In North America, we have a wide variety of birds of prey, with almost three dozen species and many sub-species. The extreme range of climate throughout the North American continent produces biomes ranging from coniferous forest, alpine-tundra, and temperate rainforest, to grasslands and high deserts. These habitats attract many common raptors, as well as many endemic species, giving us the opportuny to observe birds of prey seasonally in almost any biotic community. Residing at the top of the food chain, raptors must kill, scavenge, or steal to survive. The success of an individual bird is often determined daily. Raptors expend a great deal of energy when hunting, and therefore must eat often, and regularly. Preying upon old, weak, and dying organisms, as well as the healthy, ensures that only the most fit of either species reproduce. This selection process maintains the health and strength of the gene-pool. Mother Nature is an efficient and consistent scientist!

75. Birds Of Prey birds of prey birds of prey Explore birds of prey Eagles Explore Eagles Falcons ExploreFalcons Hawks Explore Hawks Owls Explore Owls vultures Explore vultures http://kcweb.tlcdelivers.com/kcweb/kcExplore?parentID=2964&generation=0,1833,293

76. Missouri's Eagles, Hawks, Falcons And Vultures Because birds of prey are at the top of food wildlife species as well.These majesticbirds live in kinds of eagles, hawks, falcons and vultures have different http://www.conservation.state.mo.us/nathis/birds/eagles/

By Brian Toland , Columbia, MO Illustrations by David J. Huth The Eagle He clasps the crag with hooked hands, Close to the sun in lonely lands; The wrinkled sea beneath him crawls; Ring'd with the azure world, he stands, He watches from the mountain walls, And like a thunderbolt he falls. Alfred, Lord Tennyson Missouri's Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Vultures Eagles, Hawks, Kites and Osprey Falcons New World Vultures E AGLES and their relatives, the hawks and falcons, have long been a source of wonder. The golden eagle's mastery of the wind, the piercing eyes of a Cooper's hawk on its kill, the baleful glare of a hunting red-tailed hawk or the tremendous speed of a peregrine in full stoop have intrigued falconers and inspired poets. Their regal appearance and haughty manner have made them the emblems of kings and empires. Now, as their numbers decline and as some species seem destined toward extinction, man's regard for the magnificent birds of prey is tinged with concern for their survival. Those raptors which are active during daylight belong to the Order Falconiformes, a group that originated about 75 million years ago. At one time they were considered closely related to the nocturnal raptors, the owls. Better understanding of differences in anatomy, physiology and behavior, however, show that the two orders are not closely related. Their similarities are the result of parallel evolution whereby similar structures evolved in unrelated animals adapting to similar life styles.

77. New World Vultures The vultures differ a great deal from other birds of prey. The hind toe iselevated, rudimentary and nonfunctional. The claws are dull and weak. http://www.conservation.state.mo.us/nathis/birds/eagles/eagle3.htm

The Falconiformes are not closely related and accordingly are separated into three major groups or suborders: New World Vultures (Cathartae), falcons (Falcones), and eagles, hawks, kites and the osprey (Accipitres). 1,3: Black Vultures ... 2, 4: Turkey Vultures New World Vultures The vultures differ a great deal from other birds of prey. The hind toe is elevated, rudimentary and nonfunctional. The claws are dull and weak. Vultures do not build nests, and they feed their young by regurgitation. Unlike most other birds, vultures have a highly developed sense of smell for aid in locating carrion. Because they lack a syrinx or voice box, vultures are voiceless except for hissing and grunting. Because they feed mainly on dead animals, vultures are relatively immune to virulent toxins such as botulism. Rather than standing on one foot like other birds at roost, vultures squat on the perch like chickens, resting the breast on the feet. Black Vulture Turkey Vulture Picture of Black Vulture?

78. Re: GRASPING IN BIRDS OF PREY Re GRASPING IN birds OF prey; From Tim I wrote Vulturids are uncharacteristicof birds in having the two species of yellowheaded vultures - are reported http://www.cmnh.org/dinoarch/2001Oct/msg00257.html

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79. Re: GRASPING IN BIRDS OF PREY to the stork lineage (Ciconiiformes) than to the Falconiformes, which includesthe Old World vultures and most of the traditional birds of prey (the real http://www.cmnh.org/dinoarch/2001Oct/msg00242.html

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80. Kirkleatham Owl Centre,birds Of Prey In Middlesbrough,the Owl Centre,birds Of Pr is a family owned and managed birds of prey centre with Over 100 birds are on displayand weather permitting Meet the baby Owls baby vultures' are highlights http://www.jillsowls.co.uk/

Introduction Welcome to the Kirkleatham Owl Centre, home to one of the largest collection of owls in the British Isles. The Owl Centre is located in the grounds of the Old Hall at Kirkleatham, a tranquil and historic village dating back to the Norman Conquest. The Old Hall was constructed between 1708 and 1709 and is now a museum run by the Local Authority. Kirkleatham Old Hall, a Grade 2* Listed Building Three week old Eurasian Eagle Owls and a three week old Turkey Vulture. Jill, the Centre's Director with 'Layla' Conservation education , breeding and leisure are the key elements at Kirkleatham, and the Owl Centre is recognised as one of the leading Raptor rescue centres in the UK. Breeding success is constantly on the increase with participation in managed programmes in conjunction with other major establishments in the Zoo Federation. We were probably the first and are currently the most successful breeders of Turkey Vultures in the UK. Education forms the backbone of the Centre's work with in-house activities for schools and various other groups. Outside visits to schools are available along with evening lectures, informal talks and photographic opportunities. Related Links www.owls.org

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