How Can You Help?
Every donation directly supports the rescue, care, rehabilitation, and long-term welfare of birds of prey here in Scarborough. We receive no government funding - your generosity keeps our doors open and our birds safe.
Your contribution is not just a gift; it’s an investment in their future and ours. Together, we can ensure that their legacy soars for generations to come.
Meet Our Resident Birds
Legs
Meet Legs the burrowing owl, a pint-sized powerhouse of personality found in open grasslands and desert regions across the Americas. Standing at just a foot tall, these captivating birds boast long legs and bright yellow eyes that peer out from their underground homes.
Unlike their tree-dwelling cousins, burrowing owls make their nests in the tunnels dug by other animals, showcasing their resourcefulness and adaptability. With a distinctive stance and a bold disposition, they are known for their unusual behaviour, such as hunting during the day and using dung as a lure for insects. It's that unique charm and audacious spirit that makes the burrowing owl a true icon of the avian world.
Bib
Bib, the tawny owl, embodies the enigmatic charm of the nocturnal world. With his striking amber eyes piercing through the darkness, he commands attention as he perches majestically on the gnarled branches of ancient trees.
His mottled feathers blend seamlessly with the dusky hues of twilight, allowing him to remain almost invisible to unsuspecting prey. A master of silence, Bib glides through the night with an effortless grace, showcasing the raw power and elegance of one of nature’s most captivating hunters.
Keen Eye
Keen Eye is a striking Harris's hawk with glossy dark-brown plumage, chestnut shoulders and a solid, confident presence. Friendly and highly trainable, Keen Eye excels in public displays and educational encounters, demonstrating cooperative hunting techniques unique to the species.
Calm around visitors and responsive to handlers, Keen Eye helps pupils and guests learn about raptor behaviour, conservation and the importance of habitat protection, making every school visit and event both inspiring and informative.
MOCHA
Meet Mocha — a calm, watchful spectacled owl with soft, chocolate-brown plumage and the distinctive pale “spectacle” rings around her eyes. Gentle and curious, Mocha loves quiet perches, slow wing-stretches, and observing visitors with her soulful gaze.
Skilled at educational encounters, she helps people learn about owl behaviour, conservation, and the importance of protecting habitat.
Patient with children and steady in public demonstrations, Mocha brings a peaceful presence to every event and a reminder that every owl has a story worth protecting.
Skittles
Skittles, the striking white-faced scops owl, captivates with her bold presence and exuberant personality. Adorned with fluffy plumage that echoes the soft hues of twilight, she commands attention as she perches with poise on her favourite branch.
Her large, penetrating eyes shimmer with intelligence and curiosity, a testament to her keen hunting skills. Known for her playful antics, Skittles embodies the spirited essence of her species, bringing a vibrancy to the world of birds of prey that is as captivating as it is unforgettable.