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- Carolina Raptor Center
- Find answers to their raptor questions, in-depth information about and photos of over twenty raptor species (the species includes owl, eagles, vultures, and more!), and a huge variety of raptor activities and games such as crossword puzzles, quizzes, and coloring pages. There is also information on visiting the Center.
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- Northern goshawk
- The northern goshawk, Accipiter gentilis, is a medium-to-large raptor native to temperate regions in the northern hemisphere. Goshawks are swift flyers and are typically found in forested areas.
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- Rowan County Nature and Learning Center
- Birds of prey, mammals, and reptiles can be seen at the Nature Center Complex. For younger children there is a petting zoo.
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- Bald eagle
- The bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, is a large raptor with a wingspan that can reach seven feet. Its habitat covers the entire United States and includes northern Mexico and most of Canada. The bald eagle is the official national...
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- Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
- Located on the north end of Hatteras Island, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge provides programs which focus on "interpretation, environmental education, wildlife observation, wildlife photography, and fishing."
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- OWLS - Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter
- This wildlife shelter rehabilitates injured and orphaned native wild animals. They also educate the public on the importance of wildlife conservation.
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- Western North Carolina Nature Center
- Like a field trip into the western North Carolina outdoors, this site will introduce you to the plants, animals and environs of the Southern Appalachians.
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