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A national symbol and a national treasure, the bald eagle is rebounding in numbers after being pushed to the brink of extinction. Learn more
The burrowing owl finds that making a home beneath the ground is a perfect way to avoid the desert heat. Learn more
The golden eagle is easily distinguished by its huge talons, long curved claws and hooked bill. Learn more
Despite its size, the great gray owl is remarkably light, weighing only 2 or 3 pounds. Learn more
The peregrine falcon is a master of flight, reaching 200 miles per hour as it swoops and dives for its prey. Learn more
The Swainson's hawk makes an incredible annual migration from the southern tip of the Americas to the Boreal Forest. Learn more
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Coast live oak trees punctuate the prairie grasslands at Chimineas Ranch, a protected wildlife corridor linking the Carrizo Plain National Monument with Los Padres National Forest, located within San Luis Obispo County, California. © Mark Dolyak