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Schools
Engaging talks that help children discover raptors, their habitats and the importance of conservation.
Free bird-of-prey education · Plymouth
Wildlife learning, brought to life.
Free educational talks and bird-of-prey displays for schools, care homes and community groups—delivered with care, experience and respect for every bird.
Our purpose
Education that inspires respect.
Talons & Wisdom Bird Displays is a volunteer-led, non-profit bird-of-prey education project based in Plymouth.
To advance public education about birds of prey and inspire greater respect for wildlife and conservation by providing free, safe and accessible educational talks and bird displays.
Who we visit
Memorable encounters for local communities.
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Care homes
Calm, accessible presentations designed to create interest, conversation and lasting memories.
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Community groups
Educational displays for local organisations and groups across Plymouth and the surrounding area.
Meet the birds
Two remarkable ambassadors.
Bengal eagle owl
A striking, powerful owl whose presence offers a memorable introduction to nocturnal birds of prey and their remarkable adaptations.
Educational ambassadorHarris hawk
An intelligent and highly social raptor, ideal for helping audiences understand flight, hunting behaviour and the role of birds of prey in nature.
Educational ambassadorOur approach
Safe for people. Respectful of birds.
- A minimum two-metre separation from the public
- No public touching or handling of the birds
- Experienced handlers managing every presentation
- Written risk assessments for displays and visits
- Secure transport and careful welfare arrangements
Our people
Meet the team behind Talons & Wisdom.
Gary J. T. Smith
Founder
Riley Smith
Apprentice Falconer
Marley Thomas
Trustee · Maintenance & Construction
Gary Evans
Trustee
Sharon Avery
Trustee
Plan a visit
Bring birds of prey into your learning experience.
Our presentations are provided free of charge, with no booking fee, travelling expense or presentation cost. Contact us with your organisation, preferred date, venue and approximate audience size. A booking is confirmed once we reply and agree the arrangements.