Did you know that a Bald Eagle's eyesight is approximately 8 times sharper than the human eye? 🦅👁️ In comparison, the fovea in the human eye has around 140,000 cones per millimeter, but in the central fovea of a Bald Eagle, there are over a MILLION cones per millimeter! It's no wonder these magnificent birds can spot their prey from such incredible heights. #DidYouKnow #EagleEyes #NatureFacts
Tito, our Northern Saw-whet Owl, is the smallest resident here at the Alaska Raptor Center. Today, Tito weighs in at just 77 grams. #titotheowl #NorthernSawWhetOwl #TinyButMighty
Meet Tito, a Northern Saw-whet Owl, and our smallest resident here at the Alaska Raptor Center! Today, Tito weighs in at just 77 grams. To put that into perspective, that's about the weight of 11 number 2 pencils, half a baseball, or approximately 31 pennies! 🦉✨ #owlsoftiktok #NorthernSawWhetOwl #TinyButMighty
Did you know Bald Eagles have both binocular and monocular vision? Their forward-facing eyes provide depth perception and accurate distance judgment, crucial for hunting and flying. Additionally, their ability to focus independently with each eye gives them a wide field of view, allowing them to monitor surroundings while hunting or keeping watch for potential threats. #BaldEagleFacts #VisionSkills #EagleEye
Sitka, our resident Bald Eagle here at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a majestic sight, and it's hard to believe she only weighs 14 pounds. In Alaska, where our food sources are plentiful, Bald Eagles can vary from 6 to 16 pounds. #BirdsofNorthAmerica #AlaskanNature #baldeagle
Tito, our Northern Saw-whet Owl here at Alaska Raptor Center, flaunting his incredible facial disc! This unique feature helps owls collect sounds, directing them towards their large hidden ears. Nature's own sound engineers! 🦉 #Owls #OwlFacts #NatureIsAmazing
Did you know that Bald Eagles like Spirit are culinary adventurers? While fish is their main dish, Bald Eagles also enjoy a variety of other foods such as birds, reptiles, amphibians, and even carrion! Here at the Alaska Raptor Center, fish takes the lead, making up around 80% of their diet, mimicking their natural diet. Spirit's favorite is rat! #favoritefood #FoodTok #whatsfordinner
Have you ever wondered why we use falconry hoods? These specialized hoods play a crucial role in keeping our patients calm and relaxed during their time in the clinic. By covering their eyes, we reduce sensory intake. A well-designed falconry hood fits snugly, ensuring it doesn't disturb the bird, while allowing proper air circulation and avoiding contact with their eyes, feathers, or breathing. It's all about ensuring their comfort and well-being. #RaptorCare #DidYouKnow #FalconryHoods
Replying to @mopo770 Our resident Bald Eagles are gentler than you might expect! Raptors, including Bald Eagles, use their beaks to tear and rip apart their prey. But their beaks are also delicate enough to groom their feathers or to feed food to a newly hatched chick. #gentlegiant #natureisamazing #cleanyourplate