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Brewster, NY 10509
845.279.2995
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Carmel, NY 10512
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Brewster, NY 10509
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Meet Our Animals
A white bird, possibly a falcon, perched on a branch with wings spread.

Gyrfalcon

Crowned the best for falconry in medieval times, gyrfalcons were once reserved for kings. As the largest falcon in the world, with exquisite plumage ranging from bright white to deep charcoal, gyrs are revered for their powerful skill of flight...