October, 2013


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Oct 13

San Francisco Zoo–Harris’s Hawk

Harris’ Hawks are widespread from the southwestern United States through Central America and much of the drier habitats of South America. They are social birds and hunt cooperatively with other family members. Their group hunting style makes them popular in the sport of falconry.


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Oct 13

San Francisco Zoo–Barn Owl 2

Photograph of a Barn Owl at the San Francisco Zoo in San Francisco, CaliforniaThe attendant for this owl told me that it was neurologically damaged and unable to live on its own in the wild. It had West Nile Virus which affected its balance.


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Oct 13

San Francisco Zoo–Barn Owl

Photograph of a Barn Owl at the San Francisco Zoo in San Francisco, CaliforniaThe Barn Owl hunts by sound using its acute hearing. They are found in many countries and are not considered endangered or threatened. I have never seen one in the wild and was struck by the elegant beauty.


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Oct 13

San Francisco Zoo–Waldrapp Ibis

Photograph of a Waldrapp Ibis at the San Francisco Zoo in San Francisco, CaliforniaThe Waldrapp Ibis is found in the San Francisco Zoo’s African Aviary. The Waldrapp is one of the most endangered avian species. There are perhaps 420 left in the wild and about 1,100 in captivity. It has been successfully bred in captivity and released back into the wild.