Plumage Color and Birds of Prey

Birds of prey display highly varied color and patterns of plumage. From Gyrfalcons in the Arctic to Black Sparrowhawks in Africa, diversification in plumage is a common feature for many hawks, falcons, and owls. Come explore the range of plumage variation across these groups, delve into research on color variability in raptors, and learn about local highly variable species.

Speaker: Elizabeth Wommack, Univ. of Wyoming