🔥 When the summer sun turns up the heat, Beijing's raptors know just how to keep their cool! 🦅
These majestic birds aren't just incredible to watch; they play a vital role in keeping our environment balanced by controlling other animal populations. But what happens when temperatures soar? Enter the heroes at the Beijing Raptor Rescue Center!
Since 2001, the center—co-founded by the International Fund for Animal Welfare and Beijing Normal University and authorized by Beijing authorities—has been a safe haven for injured and sick birds of prey. With over 5,825 raptors rescued as of June 2023, they're making a real difference for our feathered friends.
So, how do these avian warriors beat the heat? The rescue center has some cool tricks up its sleeve! 🌊 Sub-adult common kestrels and eagle owls enjoy outdoor sprinkler systems and water basins, perfect for a refreshing splash and feather cleaning. It's like their own bird spa day! 💦
But that's not all. The rehabilitation specialists are serving up a nutritious buffet to boost the raptors' strength and immunity. Think bee pupae hidden in pine cones—delicious and fun! 🍯🌲
These efforts help the raptors adapt to the intense heat, ensuring they remain the guardians of our skies. Next time you feel the heat, remember that even the coolest birds have their ways to chill! 😎
Reference(s):
Live: Guardians of wings – How raptors adapt to heat waves – Ep. 2
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