Katie is an American Kestrel, and Frodo is an Eastern Screech Owl. Both are small birds of prey native to our state. Because of injuries they received as young chicks, both Katie and Frodo are unable to survive on their own in the wild. Thanks to special education permits from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, they are permanent residents with me and travel to schools and special events for educational programs. This Monday we are participating in the Master Naturalist Program at the Marine Discovery Center, New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
Katie & Frodo will meet the students, and help them to learn about the issues facing wildlife in Florida. Even in today's economy, development is continuing, and the loss of habitat is the greatest single issue facing both humans and wildlife in this state.
Since birds of prey are very secretive, most people don't get a chance to see them up close, and it is always fun meeting new people and teaching them about these great little birds.
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