Birds of Prey
On Sunday 1st May, Richard Cooper of Silverband Falconry came to Rossall with a stunning selection of owls, hawks and falcons. He gave us a fascinating insight into their world, and also the opportunity to handle and fly these beautiful birds.
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The barn owl chicks were a big hit, but perhaps the most surprising bird on display was the rather large and disheveled-looking five-week old raven chick - many of the spectators mistook him for a much older veteran.
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Despite the challenge of a Rossall-force wind, Richard expertly demonstrated various flying and hunting techniques, and some of the younger audience were clearly captivated by the experience.
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The grand finale was the harris hawk sprinting through a tunnel of human legs for the reward of a tasty snack. All this under dazzling spring sunshine and cloudless blue skies.
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