Tag: raptors

  • Raptors of Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge

    Raptors of Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge

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    by Bob Christensen Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge provides excellent habitat for a variety of raptors (predatory birds).  Two of the more abundant  raptor species on the refuge are the red-tailed hawk  and American kestrel, both which not only nest, but also are readily observed spending the winter months foraging in habitats around the perimeter…

  • Owls of Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge

    Owls of Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge

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    Owls of Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge by Bob Christensen Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge provides diverse habitats for several owl species. Those which regularly nest on the refuge are:  the barn owl, western screech-owl, great horned owl, and long-eared owl.  Other species which are more rarely observed include:  the flammulated owl, snowy owl, northern…

  • Bald Eagle Nesting Activities

    Bald Eagle Nesting Activities

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    Did you know that there are two pairs of bald eagles that nest on the Refuge at Lake Lowell?  In past years, the Friends have sponsored (along with partners: Deer Flat National Wildlife the Refuge and the Peregrine Fund) the installation of wildlife cameras at these nests.  The cameras documented the nesting activities of the…