Live Birds of Prey

Saturday, May 18 from  1:00 – 1:45pm

Sleek, strong, silent … birds of prey are magnificent yet, how often do you get to see one up close? Join teacher/naturalists Caitlin Holmberg as she introduces you to the Connecticut Audubon Society’s resident Birds of Prey. These birds cannot be released back into the wild, but now serve as bird ambassadors who help us tell the story of their status in Connecticut and what each of us can do to help them. Learn about their characteristic features, discover their adaptations and natural history, and explore the conservation issues that affect them.

 With a close up view, you’ll learn how to identify their field markings and their characteristic features.  You’ll also learn about the impressive adaptations and behaviors of these remarkable birds, how a peregrine falcon hunts its prey, why some birds of prey don’t migrate in the winter and discover an owl’s fascinating adaptation for night life. Fee:  $5 per person. To register or for more information, call 203-259-6305 ext. 109.