RAPTOR RELOCATION PROGRAM
Protecting
Birds of Prey
The Raptor Relocation Program by Audubon International focuses on the humane and effective relocation of birds of prey from areas where they may pose risks or face threats.
For information about joining the
Raptor Relocation Network
Please contact Frank LaVardera at
518-767-9051 ext. 115 or
Frank@auduboninternational.org
Special Thanks to our Partner
Official Release Sites
There are certain criteria that a course must meet to be considered for designation as an Official Release Site. Courses must be located a minimum of five miles from the closest airport of any size, and at least 15 miles from the nearest major airport. Additionally, interested courses must complete a habitat evaluation form and undergo a site visit from Audubon International staff to assess their ability to provide food, habitat, and space for raptor species.
Official Release Sites are also responsible for designating monitors to participate in tracking activities. All raptors relocated as part of this program are fitted with USGS bands and auxiliary color bands. Citizen scientists monitor for and record sightings to provide data on the post-release movement of raptor species and help identify preferred relocation areas.
To report a banded bird sighting and view an interactive map of relocation sites, please click here.
For more information, please contact Marcus Gray, Director of Conservation Initiatives, at marcus@auduboninternational.org or 518-767-9051 Ext. 140.
We’re proud to be part of the Raptor Relocation Network and serve as a sanctuary for at-risk and threatened raptor species such as the American Kestrel.
Ryan Tuxhorn
Golf Course Superintendent | Somerset Hills Country Club in New Jersey