Australian Raptors - Australia's Wonderful Birds
WEBThere are 36 Australian raptors (also known as Birds of Prey). They include 18 members of the Accipitridae family (Kites, Harriers, Goshawks, Eagles, Buzzard, Pacific Baza), and 7 members of the Falconidae family (Falcons, Kestrel).
The Australian Raptors Rugby Academy
WEBIntroducing the World Stage to Australian Youth Rugby Players. A Not-for-Profit rugby academy that aims to develop coaches and players both on and off the field.
Black-breasted buzzard - Wikipedia
WEBThe black-breasted buzzard (Hamirostra melanosternon) is a large raptor endemic to mainland Australia. First described by John Gould in 1841, it forms part of the family Accipitridae (hawks and eagles) and is most closely related to the square-tailed kite ( Lophoictinia isura ).
Predatory beauties: Portraits of Australian Raptors
WEBOct 1, 2014 · Predatory beauties: Portraits of Australian Raptors. 'Soren'. Wedge-tailed Eagle (Aquila audax) Having already produced an exhibit on the cheeky personalities of cockatoos in 2012, Leila Jeffreys turned her attention to capturing the beauty and power of Australia’s raptors.
Raptors - Australian Wildlife Journeys
WEBRaptors. Australia has eighteen species of eagle and hawk and six species of falcon, ranging from the slender Collared Sparrowhawk through to the Wedge-tailed Eagle, renowned for possessing the longest wingspan of any eagle.
Rehabilitating raptors is difficult. Do they ... - Australian …
WEBMay 6, 2021 · The injured birds of prey – mostly raptors such as eagles and hawks, but also owls – recover slowly and the ultimate goal is to release them back into the wild. Whenever that momentous day arrives, each bird is carefully transported in a crate by expert volunteers, back to where it was originally found.
Nankeen kestrel - Wikipedia
WEBThe nankeen kestrel (Falco cenchroides), also known as the Australian kestrel, is a raptor native to Australia and New Guinea. It is one of the smallest falcons , and unlike many, does not rely on speed to catch its prey.
Australian “Firehawk” Raptors Intentionally Spread Wildfires
WEBJan 12, 2018 · At least three Australian raptor species intentionally spread wildfires by carrying smoldering branches to unburnt areas, according to a new paper that confirms long-held traditional Aboriginal knowledge.
Spotted Harrier - The Australian Museum
WEBThe Spotted Harrier is a slim bodied raptor with an owl-like facial disc, and long tail. It has a chestnut face, chest and belly, with white spots on the chest and belly. The wings, back and tail are slate grey, with white spotting on the wings and bold black bars on the tail.
Raptors and How to Identify Them¦April Meeting | Western Australian …
WEBMay 28, 2018 · “On the Australian mainland there are 24 native species of raptors. Another is on Christmas Island. Including the Varied Goshawk of Christmas Island, there are eight endemic species in Australia. Of our non-endemic species, nine are also restricted to New Guinea or nearby. Two species are world-wide.