This group of people is dedicated to the conservation of birds of prey, such as the American bald eagle, the red tailed hawk, and the barn owl (N"Carolina Raptor Center). The research group focuses on the conservation of these birds through research and by teaching others about the proper protection and conservation strategies for these threatened birds. ( N"Carolina Raptor Center) They have special programs at the Raptor center where they take in injured birds of prey and with the help of workers and volunteers they care for the injured birds until they are healthy again. This center cannot do all of this work alone however, they complete their mission of helping these birds with the financial aid from the public by asking for donations. This way normal people can feel like they are making a difference in helping these threatened and endangered birds of prey and at the same time they are providing the financial aid needed in order to keep the research center going. This research center is definitely not a lost cause either; they are getting their message out to the public. The Raptor Center reaches around 40,000 students every year and on average their Raptor Trail brings in 35,000 visitors a year( N"Carolina Raptor Center); with each person leaving knowing about the importance of …show more content…
It ultimately comes down to the determination and willingness of the citizens of North Carolina and whether or not they have the drive and determination to save these animals. They have to realize that these animals are a vital part of their lives too; the people may not see how that is, but it is because each animal is an important part in the ecosystem. Therefore,in a state as biologically diverse as North Carolina the possibility of an animal becoming endangered or going extinct should not be a problem, but sadly it is; thankfully this tragic thought can be prevented with the right programs and the correct precaution and North Carolina definitely has the means to do something about