The secretary bird is a specialized predator that targets snakes, including venomous species, using a unique hunting method based on speed and force. Its long legs allow it to strike downward while ...

This bird is a specialized predator that hunts and kills snakes using speed and precise foot strikes. Its long legs allow it to stay out of range while delivering repeated blows to subdue dangerous ...

The harpy eagle is one of the largest and most powerful eagles in the world, and seeing one up close can be startling. With ...

Eagles are among the most awe-inspiring birds in the animal kingdom, known for their sharp vision, massive wingspans, sharp ...

At the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, animals share a huge national spotlight. Since the mid-1990s, the Center for Birds of Prey has shown the talent, skill and majesty of predator birds and touted ...

A comprehensive study has revealed substantial declines in many of South Africa's birds of prey (raptors) over the past 16 years, raising fresh concerns about the conservation status of several iconic ...

Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom premiered in 1963. From the peregrine falcon to the Steller's sea eagle to the great horned owl, there’s a wealth of majestic birds of prey that call our planet home—and ...