sophie

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I heard again from Wayne Mallinger.

"Had the pleasure of attending the Raptor Rhapsody at Cumberland Gap National Historic Park. Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky Inc. brought out some of their rescued birds.

"This is a photo of 'Sophie' an American kestrel that had been hit by a car and is now a permanent resident due to wing damage. Sophie has been given a second chance and enjoys showing her beauty to all. "

Once known as sparrow hawks because of their petite size, kestrels are the smallest falcons in our area. Although they are found in the Tennessee Valley year round, we often see more in the winter because many migrate from northern climes to the spend the coldest months in the South.

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