Benefits of Raptors in our Ecosystems
- help keep animal populations in balance, such as rodents
- consume many animals humans see as pests, including mice, rats, & destructive species of insects – this helps many crops!
- Being a predator at the top of their food chain, raptors give an overall indication of the overall health of the ecosystem in which they live in
- And, just as important, seeing a raptor soar is an experience itself! What about a rare owl sighting, or hearing that owl, or Red-tailed Hawk calling out??
Visit the Raptor Center.
