Written by Daena Ford 2020 would mark year 32 of natal dispersal raptor banding for BBRR. This time of year is affectionately known amongst the BBRR crew as “August Red-tail Season” because it primarily takes place during the month of August, and the main raptor that...
Summer is a great time of year to visit Braddock Bay, in person or virtually, and learn about some amazing birds of prey! On-site programs at Braddock Bay Park will take place from 10 am – 2 pm. Virtual program offerings will take place throughout the...
This presentation is a lead-in to our Hawk Days of Summer event on August 22. Learn about one of North America’s most common raptors the Red-tailed Hawk, and the incredible natal dispersal of youngsters that happens every summer at Braddock Bay. BBRR’s efforts in...
For all you hawk watchers out there missing spring migration…BBRR is looking for volunteers to assist with our 2020 Summer Raptor Count. This count began in the summer of 2019, to document the natal dispersal flight of raptors which occurs at Braddock Bay...
Written by Jill Heimrich Have you ever driven down the expressway or thruway and noticed a fierce-looking, large bird atop the light or telephone pole intently looking at the ground on the side of the road? That bird is most likely a Red-tailed hawk (Buteo...
