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Birds of prey or predatory birds, also known as raptors, are hypercarnivorous bird species that actively hunt and feed on other vertebrates (mainly mammals, reptiles and other smaller birds).
Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is a 2020 American superhero film directed by Cathy Yan and written by Christina Hodson, based on the DC Comics team the Birds of Prey.
- Eagles. Golden eagle. Harpy eagle. Bald eagle. White-tailed eagle. Steller’s sea eagle. Steppe eagle. Tawny eagle. Black eagle. Black hawk-eagle. Pygmy eagle. Booted eagle.
- Buzzards. Red-tailed hawk. Common buzzard. Red-shouldered hawk. Broad-winged hawk. Swainson’s hawk. Red-backed hawk. Grey hawk. Ferruginous hawk. Grey-lined hawk. Zone-tailed hawk.
- Harriers. Montagu’s harrier. Hen harrier. Northern harrier. Western marsh harrier. Eastern marsh harrier. African marsh harrier. Swamp harrier. Papuan harrier. Malagasy harrier.
- Kites. Black kite. Red kite. Swallow-tailed kite. White-tailed kite. Black-shouldered kite. Mississippi kite. Brahminy kite. Whistling kite. Black-eared kite. Black-winged kite.
May 31, 2024 · Learn about the characteristics and diversity of birds of prey, also known as raptors, that pursue other animals for food. Explore the differences between diurnal and nocturnal birds of prey, such as hawks, eagles, owls, and vultures, with videos and images.
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- What bird of prey have you spotted? ‘Birds of prey’ are large, predatory bird species that have hooked bills, sharp talons, strong feet, and keen eyesight and hearing.
- Sparrowhawk. Where: Variety of habitats, including gardens, across the UK. Description: Small. Males have blue-grey backs and white underparts with orange barring.
- Buzzard. Where: Grassland, farmland and woodland across the UK. Description: Medium. Brown plumage, broad wings and a short tail. ©Chris Lawrence. ©Bob Coyle.
- Red kite. Where: Woodland and farmland mainly in Wales and South East England. Description: Large. Reddish-brown plumage, black-tipped wings with white patches underneath, and a forked tail.
Learn about the diverse world of birds of prey, from eagles and falcons to owls and vultures. Discover their sharp beaks, excellent eyesight, and strong bodies, and how they hunt, live, and reproduce in different habitats.
Harley Quinn teams up with other superheroines to save a young girl from a crime lord in Gotham City. IMDb provides cast, crew, reviews, trivia, and more for this 2020 R-rated film.
