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As part of our commitment to protect
the environment, Xcel Energy works
to protect valuable habitat for wildlife
and waterfowl. We try to protect birds
from our equipment, set aside land and
work with conservation groups and the
government to protect many species.
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Check out this video to see how a power company can help!
Protecting Wildlife and Improving Habitat (1.2 MB Flash)
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We also pioneered a nest box program for endangered species. Use the buttons
here to see how we helped the peregrine falcon and other birds, and learn more
about how these birds live – and don’t miss Bird Cam!
Peregrine Falcon | Great Horned Owl | Osprey | Bald Eagle | Bird Cam
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Peregrine Falcon
A power company — the falcon's best friend? It's true! Learn how Xcel Energy and naturalists worked together to bring the peregrine falcon back from the brink of extinction.
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The Peregrine Falcon Story (6.1 MB Flash)
The Life of a Peregrine Falcon (692K pdf)
Return of the Peregrine Falcon (420K pdf)
Peregrine Falcon Quiz 148K PDF)
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Great Horned Owl
They hunt while you’re sleeping and no, those are not ears! What do they like to eat?
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The Life of a Great Horned Owl (408K pdf)
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Osprey
When osprey go fishing, they don’t fool around. They go right into the water, and can carry off a fish that weighs almost as much as they do. And what’s that in their nest?
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The Life of an Osprey (412K pdf)
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Bald Eagle
The bald eagle is more than just a pretty face on those coins in your pocket. Why do we say "eagle-eyed" to describe someone with excellent vision?
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The Life of a Bald Eagle (700K pdf)
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Bird Cam
Would you like to peek into a nest? You can with our Bird Cams. The
nests are quiet during most of the year. But February through June is
a busy time. It's nesting season. During that time, the cameras let
you watch falcons, eagles, owls and other birds build their nests,
hatch their eggs, and raise their babies. Just click Bird Cam during
nesting season and see!
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Visit Bird Cam
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