A bird's eye view.
Our experts, Sarah Mann (Founder) and Robert Howes (Director), will take you on a journey to their “living classroom,” where you will experience some of the majestic raptors that inhabit Belize. First, you will go on a brief expedition of the Raptor Center as our experts prepare the first raptor. The experts will discuss their efforts to rescue, rehabilitate (injury assessments, physical therapy, and preconditioning an injured bird using creance training), and release raptors.
Second, the experts will present raptors who are non-releasable and show a willingness to be an ambassador for their species, including the orange-breasted falcon, white-tailed kite, gray hawk, barn owl, and black hawk eagle. On this EdVenture, you will learn about each bird’s story, the threats they face, and what the center is doing to preserve and protect them. Equally exciting, the center uses multiple cameras to capture raptors flying from perch to perch and props, such as feathers, bones, and/or taxidermy, which allow for a unique and immersive experience.
Raptors Live from the Belize Raptor Center
Questions you can prey on.
Is the black hawk-eagle endangered?
The black hawk-eagle is threatened by habitat loss due to deforestation, and its population is suspected to decline; however, they are currently evaluated as Least Concern.
Why are vultures important to the ecosystem?
Vultures are effective at removing pathogens and toxins in the environment because they consume carrion before it decays.
What are orange-breasted falcons known for?
Orange-breasted falcons are known for nesting on towering cliffs in remote mountain habitats, and care for their young for three times as long as other falcons.
We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have on the Belize Raptor Center, and the birds they protect!
Leave the talons, keep the experience.
We guarantee that your EdVenture will be stress-and-injury-free, especially knowing that the talons you will encounter will be on a screen! Our team will make all of the arrangements for a time that suits you best, and provide you with all of the information that you will need to connect with the experts at the Raptor Center. Additionally, we will be on hand during your EdVenture to provide you with a brief introduction and to record your session. After the tour is over, we will supply you with a video of your session, information on the raptors you saw, and how you can help the Belize Raptor Center in their efforts to rehabilitate injured and orphaned birds of prey.
Catch a sneak peek of our Raptor LIVE virtual tour.
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