The kitten was never in physical danger of being reached; the real “close call” was the hawk nearly knocking itself out on the barrier. Red-tailed hawks typically hunt at speeds between 20 and 40 mph.

Red-tailed Hawks are one of the most common and widespread raptors of North America, but they are also beautiful and fierce birds. Bridgette, one of the Red-tailed Hawk ambassadors at Audubon ...

A red-tailed hawk became stuck in polyurethane at Indiana University's Memorial Stadium. Indiana Raptor Center staff and IUPD officers rescued the hawk, which required cutting some of its feathers.

A badly hurt bird didn’t fly with this cop. A Suffolk County deputy sheriff is being lauded as a local hero after rescuing a red-tailed hawk she saw injured on an Eastport road. The female deputy ...

The red-tailed hawk didn’t hesitate at all — with a “one, two, three,” the bird spread its wings Tuesday morning in Cook, showing no sign of the trauma it sustained 11 days ago after apparently being ...

Having taught in Port Washington, I remember well this time of year when graduation takes place. So much energy and preparation permeate the community. Soon, a new life chapter will begin for so many.

A bald eagle checks out the surroundings in Rye, N.H. on May 7, 2023. You’ve probably seen a bald eagle in a film or TV show, where the bird soars gracefully and swoops with might to catch its prey.

A New York State Department of Conservation Region 8 colleague regularly captured the most wonderful nature photographs. This time we are sharing a photo Russel captured of the Red-tailed hawk. Elena, ...

Pennsylvania is home to numerous bird species, including birds of prey such as hawks. Whether you’re a resident of the state, a bird enthusiast, or just curious, you may be wondering what types of ...

[Editor’s note: This essay first appeared in the “Chapters of Our Lives” issue of PREMIUM Magazine, which featured personal storytelling.] Nestled on my porch, a cup of coffee in one hand and ...