Raptors
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The term “raptor” applies to a wide range of birds, but they all eat meat and have larger wings that allow them to soar comfortably and cover longer distances. FBBO typically handles two groups of raptors: Accipiters and Buteos. Accipiters (like Sharp-Shinned and Coopers Hawks) have shorter wings and longer tails, which is useful for navigating sharp turns and tight spaces while hunting birds in thick forest. Buteos (like Red-Tailed Hawks) have broader wings and short tails because they spend much of their time soaring.
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