Ever wondered how to dispose of a body? You know, in a completely hypothetical kind of way… Consider Bearded Vultures! Bearded Vultures have a strong enough digestive system to break down bones, often swallowing them whole. In fact, bones make up around 85% of their total diet! If a Bearded Vulture comes knocking on your door this Halloween, now you know the perfect treat. 📸: Evan Buechley (fb)

Meet Liggy, our newest American Kestrel Raptor Ambassador! She was named after raptor conservationist, photographer, and former HWI educator, Jerry Liguori. American Kestrels were one of his favorite raptors, making it a perfect match! Learn more about Liggy and how she (and other birds) become Raptor Ambassadors in our latest blog. Education & Outreach Director Melissa Halvorsen walks you through where these birds come from and how we decide whether they are a good fit for our program. https://hawkwatch.org/the-making-of-a-raptor-ambassador-meet-liggy/ This bird is handled under a special use permit from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the purpose of science education. 📸: Rey Kifuri (fb)