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As heatwaves scorch cities and wildlife alike, Beijing’s birds of prey are getting a lifeline—complete with sprinklers, spa days, and gourmet snacks. Meet the heroes behind the Beijing Raptor Rescue Center, a sanctuary co-founded by the International Fund for Animal Welfare and Beijing Normal University, which has saved over 5,825 raptors since 2001!
Beat the Heat, Raptor-Style
When temperatures soar, sub-adult kestrels and eagle owls chill out in outdoor sprinkler systems and splash in water basins—think of it as a ‘bird bath’ upgrade. Experts also fuel the raptors with protein-packed meals (hello, bee pupae in pine cones!) to boost their strength and immunity.
Why It Matters
Raptors aren’t just cool-looking predators—they’re eco-balance VIPs, keeping pest populations in check. Saving them means protecting entire ecosystems.
So next time you sweat through a heatwave, remember: even nature’s toughest winged warriors need a little TLC.
Meet the heroes behind the Beijing Raptor Rescue Center, a sanctuary co-founded by the International Fund for Animal Welfare and Beijing Normal University, which has saved over 5,825 raptors since 2001! 
Experts also fuel the raptors with protein-packed meals (hello, bee pupae in pine cones!) to boost their strength and immunity. 
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