Harris's hawk Bird displays remarkable affection toward British family owner
A Harris's hawk named Bird came into a British family's life during Covid, captivating them with her 35mph flight speed and eight-times-human vision. The bird recently wrapped her wing around the owner for 20 minutes in an affectionate gesture. The experience exemplifies the profound connection possible between humans and wild predators.
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Published 20 Jul 2026, 10:00 UTC · Updated 20 Jul 2026, 10:30 UTC
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