Hawks, Falcons and Owls

Known as raptors, North American birds of prey are fascinating to learn about. Learn how to identify hawks, falcons, eagles and owls.

How to Attract Owls to Nest in Your Backyard

Where do owls live? Welcome these nighttime fliers to your yard. Experts reveal how to attract owls and provide shelter in nest boxes.

Forget the treetops—a burrowing owl nests underground. Some use the dens of other animals. Look for these small owls in...

Look for flashes of white on dark roads, and you might spot an American barn owl. Learn about a barn...

If you've ever seen a group of crows swooping after a hawk, you might wonder — why do crows chase...

From the smallest falcon to the fastest flying bird on earth, discover interesting facts about the falcon bird family.

Watch your backyard come to life as amazing owl species swoop through the night skies. Get to know the types...

A common backyard birding challenge is learning how to ID a Cooper's hawk vs a sharp-shinned hawk. Look closely at...

It’s difficult to ID Eastern and Western screech owl species—location is your best bet. Hear their call and learn about...

Learn the answer to what do hawks eat. Plus find out which hawks are most likely hunting the songbirds at...

Keep an eye on the sky. These stunning birds are worth scoping out. Learn how to identify 9 different types...

The bald eagle is America's national bird and seeing one is an awe-inspiring sight. Enjoy gorgeous bald eagle pictures captured...

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Use expert tips and a helpful chart to improve your hawk identification skills. Plus, learn about the common types of...

Find out where snowy owls live, what they eat, how to spot a snowy owl, and see pictures of what...

Experts explain similarities and differences between bald eagles and golden eagles, including what these types of eagles eat and how...

Be a bird sleuth and discover who's flying through the neighborhood. Here are the telltale signs you should look for...

Admire these spectacular reader photos of owl species found across America, including snowy owls, burrowing owls, barred owls and more.

Good bird photography often tells a story or captures a moment. Learn about a special bald eagle that captured the...

When a bullet took her upper beak, Beauty the bald eagle would have starved. A dedicated caregiver and 3D printing...