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When: September 3, 2019

Where: Texel Zoo Oosterend Texel, The Netherlands

For the first time since we've seen this Striated Caracara in the Flight Demo, did he actually fly

Normally, he demonstrates his walking abilities, but this time, he had snuck the bag of goodies out of the falconer's pocket. You'd think that'd make him less inclined to fly, but he actually did, making us so happy Haven't seen him high up before yet

Species: Striated Caracara (Falklandcaracara)

Latin name: Phalcoboenus Australis

Originates from several islands in Tierra del Fuego and the Falklands.

Current status: Near Threatened

Did you know:

…The Striated Caracara is primarily a scavenger, though will also dig up insects and earthworms with its claws. They are also known to prey on weak or injured creatures, such as young Seabirds or newborn and weakened sheep; the latter habit having led to them being heavily persecuted by sheep owners.

…They are drawn to the color red – some suggest as it is the color of meat – and will at times steal red objects such as clothing or handkerchiefs.

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Description

When: September 3, 2019

Where: Texel Zoo Oosterend Texel, The Netherlands

For the first time since we've seen this Striated Caracara in the Flight Demo, did he actually fly

Normally, he demonstrates his walking abilities, but this time, he had snuck the bag of goodies out of the falconer's pocket. You'd think that'd make him less inclined to fly, but he actually did, making us so happy Haven't seen him high up before yet

Species: Striated Caracara (Falklandcaracara)

Latin name: Phalcoboenus Australis

Originates from several islands in Tierra del Fuego and the Falklands.

Current status: Near Threatened

Did you know:

…The Striated Caracara is primarily a scavenger, though will also dig up insects and earthworms with its claws. They are also known to prey on weak or injured creatures, such as young Seabirds or newborn and weakened sheep; the latter habit having led to them being heavily persecuted by sheep owners.

…They are drawn to the color red – some suggest as it is the color of meat – and will at times steal red objects such as clothing or handkerchiefs.

© Mouselemur Photography - Portegiesje

Our work is copyrighted. Do not reproduce, copy edit, publish, transmit or upload in any way without our written permission.

Leave a comment or approach us via note if you want to use our work as a reference.

More photos from Mouselemur : DeviantArt Gallery| Instagram | WIXsite