More from the Raptor and Reptile centre.

Its raining today so no photos from our wet walks..but here are some more pictures from Libertys Raptor and Reptile Centre .

More from the Raptor and reptile centre.

The kestrel is so often seen hovering above the motorways..it was really nice to be able to get so close to these beautiful birds.

African Hooded Vulture

This ugly beast is the African Hooded Vulture, and he is the smallest of the African Vultures. When they get angry or excited they blush on the face and neck ,just like humans.

Libertys Raptor and Reptile Centre

The Bateleur eagle is found in Africa and is one of the smaller Eagles living on the plains. Their name comes from the French for tightrope walker, because Bateleurs have short tails and have to balance very carefully when flying.

Libertys Raptor and Reptile Centre

Karen and I went to Libertys Raptor and Reptile Centre today. We were able to get some good photos of the Owls, Eagles and other birds of prey as well as watching some demonstration flights.
Blogger is being incredibly slow at the moment so I will post some more photos over the next few days.

Here the eagle owl is being used in a demonstration. We were able to see the Owl really close and for such big birds their flight is silent, no rustling wings or whoos of air.