Ferruginous hawks that spend their winters in California have been unexpectedly thriving. Yet, their numbers have been significantly declining in their preferred grassland habitats for over 20 years.

The lifespan of tarantula hawks can vary slightly depending on species and environmental conditions. Generally, adult tarantula hawks, particularly females, can live for about 6 to 12 months.

The changes could cause wider issues. Scientists make startling observation about behavior shifts in iconic hawk species: 'High risk' first appeared on The Cool Down.

There are 10 species of owls that call Santa Barbara County home, and all of them prey on the same animals as hawks. So, hawks can be a prey species for owls and compete with owls for food.

These hawks breed well north of our area. Their nests are stick built (where do they find sticks and old branches in the tundra?) on shelves of cliff, atop the cliff. Or the nest could be in a hollow ...

Eurasian species have been observed using vehicles as visual cover during hunting approaches. Cooper's hawks began to utilize cities as habitat in the 1970s, becoming highly successful winter ...