While driving in the Monterey Bay area, California biologist Dave Feliz noticed an injured Red-tailed Hawk lying on the ground, and brought it to a rehabilitation center. Sadly, the hawk had been electrocuted, and their injuries were fatal. Dave noticed that the hawk was wearing a USGS band and reported it to the Bird Banding […]
Two Journeys, One Band: A Red-tailed Hawk’s Legacy Read More »
Although he held many roles at HawkWatch International, Jerry Liguori is perhaps best known for his role as an Educator, sharing his love for raptors through informative blogs and programs with our Raptor Ambassadors. This year, the Jerry Liguori Raptor Conservation and Education Scholarship committee leaned into Jerry’s passion for environmental education. All three of
It’s a crisp October morning at the Commissary Ridge HawkWatch. It’s your second day visiting the migration site, and the count has been slow but steady, with mostly Swainson’s Hawks rising along the ridge lift then gliding south. You’re scanning the sky when a large silhouette appears over Wyoming Peak. A massive Golden Eagle flies
Why Are Female Raptors Bigger Than Males? Understanding Reverse Sexual Dimorphism (RSD) Read More »
Great science lessons rarely stay on the page. When students handle a bird’s feather, chart real-time migration data, or test soil chemistry from the schoolyard garden, abstract concepts snap into focus. Tactile, inquiry-based lessons not only deepen comprehension but also boost long-term retention and confidence in STEM careers. Here are some proven strategies—and a few
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It can be hard for those of us who love raptors to believe that others would intentionally harm them. Unfortunately, raptors are still being shot around the world for a variety of complex social and cultural reasons. And shooting is still a major problem here in the U.S., despite long-standing legal protections, education programs, and
It’s 2025: Why the Heck Are People Still Shooting Raptors? Read More »
