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The American Kestrel, North America’s smallest falcon, is a vibrant and vital part of the wildlife landscape in Cedar Valley. In this section, we explore the presence, behavior, and conservation of kestrels in Eagle Mountain, Lehi, and the surrounding areas. Learn about nesting habits, local monitoring efforts, and how residents can help protect this remarkable bird of prey. Whether you’re a birdwatcher, student, or nature enthusiast, this is your go-to source for all things kestrel in Northern Utah County.
Second Chance, a wildlife rescue, that specializes in birds of prey, released a Golden Eagle back into the wild in the Eagle Mountain Area on September 5th. Debbie Souza-Pappas, the founder and director of Second Change Wildlife Rehabilitation of Price Utah, said that the total cost was around $500 for medical supplies and food to…
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This was the second year of the Eagle Mountain Kestrel project. The project was started by Shon Reed, Eagle Mountain Resident and avid birder in 2015. The project has logged hundred of volunteer hours during the season, and has been helped by several different groups. The project had another successful year. The project monitored 24…
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On Monday June 12th, 2017 I was sitting at a family party when I received a voice mail from Shon Reed, a friend of mine and the organizer of the Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project. The voicemail had the following news, “one of the nest boxes was shot”. The news was devestating for me and the…
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Debbie Souza-Pappas, founder and director at Second Chance Wildlife Rehabilitation in Price Utah has been doing wildlife rehabilitation for 23 years now. In 2001 she started the organization Second Chance Wildlife Rehabilitation. They work with all animals allowed by the State of Utah, including birds and mammals. Over the past 23 years, they have taken…
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