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European Eagle Owl
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This Eagle Owl was massive! I couldn't get over how big it was. At the Falconry Centre (http://www.cotswold-falconry.co.uk/) they currently have about 150 birds that they care for and train.
--Joseph Jackson
Submitted Mar 05, 2018
Bateleur Eagle
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I thought the plumage on Frank here was impressive. I don't know why he stayed tufted up like this the whole time, because he didn't seem agitated. Nevertheless, he showed off his feathers for me.
--Joseph Jackson
Submitted Mar 05, 2018
Barn owl
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For Ian's 12th birthday, we went to the Cotswolds Falconry Centre, where they specialize in birds of prey. There were flight demonstrations for five of the birds, including this Barn Owl.
--Joseph Jackson
Submitted Mar 05, 2018
Mallard
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These mallards were up and down the river through this village. They would swim toward people, probably expecting a crumb of bread or something.
--Joseph Jackson
Submitted Mar 05, 2018
Bird Brain Blog
Dubai Birds
Feb 20, 2013I went to Dubai for work and was able to get some time to visit Dubai Creek Park. This is a large park on the side of the creek that runs through Dubai. I was surprised by the number of birds I saw there. After getting home I found out that it is a great place for birding. I'm glad I took the opportunity. I had two favorite birds that I saw. First the Hoopoe.
Saving a Downy
June 18, 2012The Spotlight Bird is the Downy Woodpecker.
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