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Striated Caracara Collection

The striated caracara, also known as the Johnny Rook, is a fascinating bird species that holds a special place in the Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Juvenile striated caracara, protected, endemic to the Falkland Islands

Juvenile striated caracara, protected, endemic to the Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) in flight, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) in flight, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Two young visitors meet a tame Striated Caracara at London Zoo, June 1914 (b / w photo)

Two young visitors meet a tame Striated Caracara at London Zoo, June 1914 (b / w photo)
2561114 Two young visitors meet a tame Striated Caracara at London Zoo, June 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) pair, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) pair, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Adult striated caracara, protected, endemic to the Falkland Islands

Adult striated caracara, protected, endemic to the Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Juvenile with typical pale skin in face. Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook, protected

Juvenile with typical pale skin in face. Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook, protected, endemic to the Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Adult with typical yellow skin in face. Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook, protected

Adult with typical yellow skin in face. Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook, protected, endemic to the Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) group with one landing from above with only wings

Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) group with one landing from above with only wings and tail visible. Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, October

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) or Johnny Rook, juvenile, considered as very intelligent

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) or Johnny Rook, juvenile, considered as very intelligent and curious, one of the rarest birds of prey in the world

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Close-up of a Striateed Caracara (Johnny Rook), Yellow Background, Falkland Islands

Close-up of a Striateed Caracara (Johnny Rook), Yellow Background, Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Falkland Islands. West Point Island. Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis)

Falkland Islands. West Point Island. Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis)

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Crested Caracara (Polyborus plancus), Pyrenees, France

Crested Caracara (Polyborus plancus), Pyrenees, France

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) or Johnny Rook, considered as very intelligent

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) or Johnny Rook, considered as very intelligent and curious, one of the rarest birds of prey in the world. South America, Falkland Islands, January

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook (Phalcoboenus australis) in flight, FALKLAND ISLANDS

Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook (Phalcoboenus australis) in flight, FALKLAND ISLANDS

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Falklands, Steeple Jason Island, Subantarctic. A Johnny Rooks or striated caracaras

Falklands, Steeple Jason Island, Subantarctic. A Johnny Rooks or striated caracaras stands in sheep sorel

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Adult striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), known locally as a Johnny Rook, Carcass Island

Adult striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), known locally as a Johnny Rook, Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, U.K. Overseas Protectorate, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, U. K. Overseas Protectorate, South America

Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, U. K. Overseas Protectorate, South America
Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, U.K. Overseas Protectorate, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Pair of Striated caracaras (Phalcoboenus australis) behind a rock at Rockhopper Point

Pair of Striated caracaras (Phalcoboenus australis) behind a rock at Rockhopper Point, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Two wet striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) in front of a colony of king cormorants

Two wet striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) in front of a colony of king cormorants, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) perching on log

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) perching on log

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), Carcass Island, Falkland Islands

Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: A striated Caracara or Johnny Rook as they are known by Falkland sheep farmers used

A striated Caracara or Johnny Rook as they are known by Falkland sheep farmers used to have a bounty on its head, and is now one of the most endangered birds of prey in the world

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook bird (Phalcoboenus australis), on the West Falkland

Striated Caracara or Johnny Rook bird (Phalcoboenus australis), on the West Falkland, Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracaras or Johnny Rooks (Phalcoboenus australis) on Sea Lion Island, south of mainland

Striated Caracaras or Johnny Rooks (Phalcoboenus australis) on Sea Lion Island, south of mainland, east Falkland Island, Falkland Islands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated caracara

Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis). This bird of prey is found on the Falkland Islands, neighbouring islands and part of Chile, inhabiting grassland and coastal regions

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated Caracara Phalcoboenus australis (Johnny Rook) Sea Lion Island Falklands

Striated Caracara Phalcoboenus australis (Johnny Rook) Sea Lion Island Falklands

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus Australis) bird, Carcass Island, Falkland Islands

Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus Australis) bird, Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, South America

Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: Adult Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) in aerial display on New Island in the Falkland

Adult Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) in aerial display on New Island in the Falkland Islands
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Background imageStriated Caracara Collection: A pair of striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands

A pair of striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America



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The striated caracara, also known as the Johnny Rook, is a fascinating bird species that holds a special place in the Falkland Islands. This protected and endemic bird can be found soaring through the skies of Sea Lion Island, showcasing its majestic flight. Even back in 1914, young visitors to London Zoo had the opportunity to meet a tame striated caracara, highlighting its unique presence even outside its natural habitat. With their distinctive features and captivating behavior, these birds never fail to capture attention. Whether it's a pair of adult striated caracaras on Sea Lion Island or juveniles with pale or yellow skin on their faces, each individual showcases their own charm. In one remarkable moment captured by nature enthusiasts, a group of they can be seen flying together with one landing from above using only its wings - an impressive display of agility and skill. Known for their intelligence, juvenile Johnny Rooks are considered highly intelligent creatures. Their ability to adapt and survive in challenging environments like West Point Island further emphasizes their resilience. As we explore the Falkland Islands' rich biodiversity, let us appreciate and protect these incredible birds that call this place home.