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Hawks Aloft, Inc. Hawks Aloft works to conserve indigenous wild birds through avian research, conservation education, & raptor rescue.

Sandhill Cranes (Antigone canadensis) are the most common cranes in North America, named after the Sandhills near Nebras...
10/19/2026

Sandhill Cranes (Antigone canadensis) are the most common cranes in North America, named after the Sandhills near Nebraska's Platte River, a key spring migration stop. Their ancient ancestry dates back millions of years, making them one of Earth's oldest living bird species. Standing up to four feet tall with broad wingspans, these elegant birds feature a striking red crown of bare skin that brightens when excited. Every fall, thousands migrate south along the Central Flyway to New Mexico's wetlands. You can spot these birds filling the skies and gathering in shallow waters across the state throughout the cooler months.

Thank you Doug Brown Photography for this photo.

This striking juvenile Red-tailed Hawk came in this past Sunday from Edgewood with a nasty eye injury. Hotline Dispatche...
10/18/2026

This striking juvenile Red-tailed Hawk came in this past Sunday from Edgewood with a nasty eye injury. Hotline Dispatcher Evelyn McGarry caught the bird after caller Melanie H. found the injured hawk. Dr. Chris Fiorello examined the bird and did not notice any obvious fractures or injuries besides the eye, but it was too thin and weak to take radiographs at the time. It will likely be radiographed this week, and the eye will be further evaluated by Dr. Candance Auten at Eye Care for Animals as well. Cross your fingers it will be a good diagnosis!

Thank you to our funders who make Raptor Rescue possible: Avangrid, PNM, Edw. F. Zimmer Community Fund, Albuquerque Community Foundation, The Frost Foundation FHL Foundation and our members and donors.

10/17/2026

The Story of Sticky. After being caught in the most horrific of all indiscriminate barbaric traps, an extra large glue trap, Dr, Christine Fiorello and Amelia Thompson began the bathing in an attempt to remove as much of the glue that had caused extremely matted feathers. More baths will be needed if he is ever to fly free again.

Entrapment! On 10/11/26, a few days ago, we received an adult male Cooper's Hawk, caught in an exceptionally large glue...
10/16/2026

Entrapment! On 10/11/26, a few days ago, we received an adult male Cooper's Hawk, caught in an exceptionally large glue-filled trap and discovered by a horrified homeowner. As you can see from the photos, this hawk's feathers are firmly stuck together! He also suffered direct skin wounds. We are calling him "Sticky"! He is one of the lucky victims of this barbaric, indiscriminate trap because he was quickly discovered after getting caught. However, it will take multiple baths, veterinary and wildlife rehabilitator care before there might be any hope of returning him to his nesting territory. Say a prayer for this once proud city hawk . . . Stay tuned . . .
Thank you Amelia Thompson for these photos.

The City of Albuquerque is considering a proposed ordinance to ban the use of and sales of these traps. The open hearing will take place on October 26, 2026. We encourage all city councilors to pass this proposed ordinance to ban the use of these indiscriminate, inhumane glue traps and outlaw the sales of such within the city limits.

Thank you to our funders who make Raptor Rescue possible: The Edw. F. Zimmer Community Fund, Albuquerque Community Foundation, The Frost Foundation FHL Foundation, Avangrid, PNM Resources, and our members and donors.

Fishing line - Another source of often fatal entanglement for wildlife.
10/16/2026

Fishing line - Another source of often fatal entanglement for wildlife.

One year from today, the Hawks Aloft tour will arrive in Panama at the absolute peak of migration as North American rapt...
10/15/2026

One year from today, the Hawks Aloft tour will arrive in Panama at the absolute peak of migration as North American raptors journey southward to destinations in South America. Over 15 days, we will visit Canopy Tower, in Soberania National Park, Canopy Camp, in Darien state, and the Canopy Lodge in the western highlands, a trip of a lifetime. Join us!

https://hawksaloft.org/panama-trip-2027/

Entrapment! Occasionally, this happens through no fault of the company, or the kind humans who care about birds. We gr...
10/14/2026

Entrapment! Occasionally, this happens through no fault of the company, or the kind humans who care about birds. We greatly appreciate the staff of Skechers who called Raptor Rescue about the hawk that was trapped inside their store. Although it looks similar to a hawk, this bird is a Common Poorwill, that somehow managed to get inside an open customer door (not a large loading dock door) and do what birds do - fly to the highest perch. From that lofty perch, he could watch customers coming in, shopping and leaving all day long. We especially thank Amie Goldstein, Raptor Rescue Volunteer, who worked with store staff late in the day once the store was closed to intentionally trap the bird and relocate him/her to a nearby park!

Good Morning Friends! "My" intrepid back yard Greater Roadrunner in a moment of repose. Have a lovely autumn day!
10/14/2026

Good Morning Friends! "My" intrepid back yard Greater Roadrunner in a moment of repose. Have a lovely autumn day!

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6715 Eagle Rock Avenue NE
Albuquerque, NM
87113

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+15058289455

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