Explore one of nature’s most elusive nocturnal raptors during a virtual visit to Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in eastern Pennsylvania. In an informative and lively presentation, Aaron Prince, a member of the educational staff and a raptor-care specialist, invites you into the mysterious world of owls, especially the Eastern screech owl found all along the East Coast.

Prince discusses different methods that scientists use to study owls and describes some of the natural adaptations that have allowed owls to become apex predators, from their highly developed sight and hearing to dexterous feet that assist them in climbing and hunting.

He also introduces a live ambassador Eastern screech owl and shares the histories of several other species of owls at the sanctuary. The program concludes with a brief Q&A session.

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