Red-Tailed Hawk
Frodo and Sam both joined The Zoo after being deemed non-releasable by the same wildlife rehabiltator. Frodo had a wing injury that caused permanent damage, and Sam had become too comfortable around humans, even chasing his caretakers around for food. They have thrived since joining The Zoo family and enjoy sunbathing in the warm weather.
Scientific name
Buteo jamaicensis
Lifespan
21 years
Range
Red-tailed hawks are native to forests of North and Central America as well as the West Indies.
Diet
Being raptors, or birds of prey, red-tailed hawks are entirely carnivorous and will often eat squireels, mice, and even snakes in the wild.
Social Structure
Red-tailed hawks are territorial and will stay in the same 2-10 square mile area for their entire life. They are monogamous and may mate for life.
Conservation Status
Threats in the Wild
Red-tailed hawks currently face no major threats and their population is increasing.
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