Ash our ambassador American Kestrel soaking up some rays, rousing and singing the song of his people. American Kestrels can be heard making this call, and observed hunting for prey in both the sky and on land in open habitats as they appear to “hover” in place with rapid wing beats. According to @usgs their population is declining at a rate of around 1.4% each year. While the primary cause is unknown, and there are studies underway to inform conservation efforts, if current trends continue, Amer

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1.2K views · 159 reactions | A late nestling American Kestrel patient for this nesting Season eating it’s first meal in care this morning. From our last post, can you tell if it’s a male or female?  it’s a male! You can tell by his blue-gray crown and wings :) | The Ojai Raptor Center | Facebook