Students Thrilled by Exciting Visit from Birds of Prey

Pupils at a Brampton high school had an exciting encounter with various birds of prey.

The students at William Howard School had a visit from the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre on Friday, May 16.

(Image: William Howard School) During their visit, students had the opportunity to encounter an eagle owl, a barn owl, a Harris hawk, and a morepork owl, as well as discover 'a wealth of feathered knowledge'.

The birds likewise displayed their aerial prowess for the captivated students.

(Image: William Howard School) Posting on social media, William Howard School stated: "In addition to getting the exciting chance to handle the birds and observe the flying prowess of the barn owl and Harris hawk, the pupils also acquired a wealth of feathered knowledge."

As we all know, nocturnal creatures are those that are active at night, but did you also know that animals active during the day are called diurnal?

(Image: William Howard School) And those that show up during twilight are known as 'crepuscular'?

In Year 8, students Abigail and Phoebe participated in the event and shared what they enjoyed most about encountering the birds of prey.

(Image: William Howard School) They commented, "It has been intriguing and truly awesome to discover more about wildlife."

This recent event followed others arranged by William Howard School’s Open Spaces coordinator, Liz Booker. Earlier this month, students had an engaging encounter with exotic creatures courtesy of Pet Encounter Cumbria.

(Image: William Howard School) FURTHER READING: Students revel in the 'distinctive' practical encounter of working with unusual creatures.

Next up, the students will have the pleasure of participating in a pony grooming activity and will receive a visit from the Oak Tree Animals Charity.