Author: The Bird of Prey Project
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Which owl goes Twit Twoo?
The haunting sound of the ‘Twit-Twoo’ from our back gardens and patches of woodland can sometimes keep you awake in the small hours of the morning or perhaps stop you in your tracks just as the sun starts to set in the evening! The funny thing is, that despite there being over 250 species of…
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What sounds do birds of prey make?
Hoot, screech, whistle, kekk, scream, hiss and more. Raptors make a huge number of different vocalisations – some species making over 40 or 50 different sounds. Here at The Bird of Prey Project you can be immersed in sound from our resident birds who love to welcome you with a noise or two… What do…
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How wide are your wings? The Wingspan of different birds of prey.
Little, large and everything in between – let’s take you through some of the epic wingspans of the birds here at The Bird of Prey Project. Want to see it for yourself? Grab some day tickets and experience wings whistling overhead during one of our displays or experiences. We’ve got to start with our smallest…
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Are bird of prey centres cruel?
If you love wildlife, birds or just fancy a good day out – is it a good idea to support a bird of prey centre? Or are the birds unhappy being kept in these environments? Supporting ethical, reputable organisations is crucial for the continuation of good animal welfare – so it’s great that you are…
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How to tell? Is it a Buzzard or a Red Kite?
We often hear people talking about seeing Red Kites or Buzzards on their commutes, or even in their back gardens. Well, here at the Centre we are passionate about native species and you may have even seen our resident Buzzard Neo in action during a flying display when he is occasionally joined by a wild…