Eagles Flying Director and Zoologist Lothar F. Muschketat taking part in a flying demonstration

A raptor balances on a young visitor's head at Eagles Flying - Irish Raptor Research Centre, Sligo, Ireland

A white tailed eagle landing during the bird show at Eagles Flying - Irish Raptor Research Centre, Sligo, Ireland

Children on a pony in the petting zoo at Eagles Flying - Irish Raptor Research Centre, Sligo, Ireland

Grizzly, the racoon, in the Petting Zoo kissing Eagles Flying Director and Zoologist Lothar F. Muschketat at Eagles Flying - Irish Raptor Research Centre, Sligo, Ireland

DEAR FRIENDS, herewith we happily announce that the sanctuary re-opened on Friday 10th of July.

As usual we will offer 2 programmes per day, every day. The gates open at 10.30am and 2.30pm.
Due to the distancing measures we will not be able to offer indoor shows until further notice. Sorry!
Per-booking is no more necessary due to low visitor numbers

See you soon,
YOUR EAGLES FLYING TEAM

Eagles Flying - The Attraction For All The Family

Excitement, Fun, Photo opportunities and much more at Affordable Prices

Nestled in the green hills of south Sligo, Ireland's largest sanctuary for raptors and owls, the Irish Raptor Research Centre / Eagles Flying is situated on more than 27 ha of mature parklands near Ballymote. Currently it is the home of more than 100 eagles, hawks, owls, falcons and vultures. Altogether there are more than 450 birds and animals, encompassing nearly 100 different species, in the centre.

Research Centre & Major Tourist Attraction

The Irish Raptor Research Centre was established in 1999 as an institution for research on birds of prey and in 2003 parts of the area were opened to the public. Now Eagles Flying is one of the major tourist attractions in the northern part of Ireland attracting tens of thousands of visitors annually to see the spectacular bird shows with eagles, hawks, falcons, vultures and owls. Amongst many other awards, Eagles Flying is awarded the Certificate of Excellence by Tripadvisor, getting nearly 5 out of 5 points.

Interactive Bird Shows

Twice daily scientists train these birds for visitors and give information about the biology of these magnificent creatures. During these entertaining interactive bird shows visitors can experience different types of raptors flying right over their head or landing next to them. Some have a wingspan of up to 3 metres. It is also possible to touch some of them and some members of the audience may even have one flying to their own hand. At Eagles Flying they developed a very special, friendly way of working with raptors and other animals and there is no risk whatsoever for any member of the audience.
OF COURSE YOU HAVE TO WATCH THE COVID 19 GUIDELINES!

These shows are unique - you have never been that close to raptors!

Even rain can not spoil this experience, as the shows can be presented indoors.
During the shows, starting at 11 am and 3 pm every day and lasting for approximately one hour, the birds are presented in their natural environment. Before and after the shows the visitors can walk the park lands and enjoy the birds displayed in aviaries or on perches close to the walking path. Staff will give information on the birds and answer questions.

Petting-Zoo

For the ones who prefer it more cuddly, there is also a large supervised Petting-Zoo, see Cuddle our Pet Animals. Here, visitors can get hands-on with guinea-pigs, pigs, rabbits, lambs, goats, donkeys, ferrets, and many more. Rosie the 350 kg pig gives kids a proper piggy-back ride, Grizzly, the raccoon, is a gifted pickpocket, Tui and Allan, the tame foxes make perfect (live) fur collars for fashion conscious ladies and Monty, the 4 meter Python, even makes a perfect scarf for at least 6 people at a time.

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