Bird zone
More than 40 species of birds,
Are you ready to meet them full of personality?
Raptor Zone
Have a new experience in the Raptor Zone where you can meet the eagle owl,
the king of the night, and wonderful birds of prey.
In the Raptor Zone, located between the Bird Zone and the Flower Zone.
You can meet great birds of prey “the eagle owl”, which is called the lord of the night.
Raptor Zone contents
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Eurasian eagle-owl -
Golden eagle -
Harris hawk
Eurasian eagle-owl
- Scientific name Bubo bubo
- Habitat Rock mountains and cliffs throughout East Asia and Europe, including Korea and China
- Life 15 ~ 20years
- Size 66 ~ 70 cm / 2.7 ~ 4kg
The Eurasian eagle-owl, often called the "king of the night," is the largest species among the owl family.
When people commonly mention the eagle owl, they typically refer to the Eurasian eagle owl.
There are approximately 20 different species of eagle-owls found throughout the world.
They possess robust legs and sharp talons.
Their feathers are fringed with fine filaments, and the edges of their wing feathers have tooth-like structures, allowing them to fly almost silently by absorbing noise.
As a result, their prey usually only realizes the owl is approaching once it's too late.
Furthermore, owls habitually hoard food, and historically, they have been viewed as symbols of wealth and prosperity.
Golden eagle
- Scientific name Aquila chrysaetos
- Habitat Eurasia, northern Africa, North America, etc
- Life 20 ~ 30years
- Size 81 ~ 89 cm / 4.4 ~ 6kg
Overall, it is dark brown with a golden hue from the crown to the back of the neck, which is why it's called the "golden eagle" in English.
In South Korea, it is designated as Natural Monument No. 243-2 and is now almost extinct.
The golden eagle has a talon grip strength that exceeds 750 psi, which is over 15 times the average grip strength of an adult male (43-44 psi).
This grip strength is even more powerful than the bite force of lions or tigers.
Moreover, it can achieve a dive speed between 240-320 km/h.
In Mongolia, they are trained for hunting foxes and other game purpose.
Due to their high intelligence, in countries like France and the Netherlands, they are utilized to capture illegal drones.
Harris hawk
- Scientific name Parabuteo unicinctus
- Habitat Open and desert areas in the southwestern United States, northwestern Mexico, Chile, etc
- Life 10 ~ 15years
- Size 46 ~ 56 cm / 750 ~ 900g
This bird resides in the cactus-abundant deserts of the United States and can often be found perched on cacti.
Unlike most raptors, which typically hunt alone, these birds usually hunt cooperatively.
One bird will drive small mammals like rabbits hiding between the cacti out into the open by running on the ground while the rest of the flock swoops down to capture them.
The Harris's hawk is known for its intelligence and mild temperament, making it easy to train and a popular choice for falconry.
Interestingly, the leaders of these bird groups are typically females.