A collection of birds of prey including a barn owl, falcons, and hawks perched on individual stands in a roped-off outdoor display area at Mayfield Birds of Prey, each identified by a named information sign.

Birds of Prey Ireland

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Meet the Birds at Mayfield

Welcome to our Birds of Prey Ireland gallery a look at the incredible birds you can meet at Mayfield, from majestic owls to our hawks in flight. Click through the photos to see their unique markings and personalities, and keep an eye out for new arrivals as the team grows.

Close-up portrait of a little owl in the grass facing the camera, showing its bright yellow eyes, speckled brown and white feathers.
Bailey
Little Owl
Bailey
Little Owl
Close-up portrait of a little owl facing the camera, showing its bright yellow eyes, speckled brown and white feathers, and compact rounded head against a green outdoor background.
A tiny owl with a big personality. Its bright yellow eyes and curious head-bobbing make it a favourite with visitors. Little Owls are active during the day and love perching in open areas where they can keep an eye on everything.
Close-up portrait of a brown wood owl showing its large dark eyes, warm chestnut-brown facial disc, and rich auburn feathers against a softly blurred outdoor background.
Peanut
Asian Wood Owl
Peanut
Asian Wood Owl
Close-up portrait of a brown wood owl showing its large dark eyes, warm chestnut-brown facial disc, and rich auburn feathers against a softly blurred outdoor background.
A calm, striking owl with soft brown feathers and deep, dark eyes. Found in forested areas of Asia, it has a peaceful presence that visitors often fall in love with instantly.
Young owl standing alert in tall green grass, showing fluffy feathers and bright yellow eyes.
Tadhg
Great Horned Owl
Tadhg
Great Horned Owl
Close-up portrait of a great horned owl showing its bright yellow eye, curved beak and detailed mottled feathers.
Powerful and impressive, with big “horned” tufts and piercing yellow eyes. This owl is a top hunter and is known for its deep, booming hoots.
Close-up portrait of a white-faced scops owl perched indoors, showing its striking orange-red eyes, grey and white patterned feathers, and small yellow beak.
Banín
White Faced Scops Owl
Banín
White Faced Scops Owl
Close-up portrait of a white-faced scops owl facing the camera, showing its vivid orange-red eyes, distinctive black and white facial markings, small ear tufts, and streaked brown feathers against a green background.
A small owl with a bold white face and bright orange eyes. It has a clever defence trick; when threatened, it can stretch tall and blend in like a branch.
Portrait of an owl showing its rounded facial disc, dark eyes and warm brown mottled feathers.
Hiccup
Tawny Owl
Hiccup
Tawny Owl
Close-up portrait of an owl showing its rounded facial disc, dark eyes and warm brown mottled feathers.
A classic owl of woodlands and parks. With dark eyes and a warm brown coat, the Tawny Owl is known for the famous “twit-twoo” call that many people associate with nighttime.
Portrait of a barn owl showing its distinctive heart-shaped face and soft white and golden feathers.
Boo
Barn Owl
Boo
Barn Owl
Close-up portrait of a barn owl showing its distinctive heart-shaped face and soft white and golden feathers.
Known for its heart-shaped face and silent flight, the Barn Owl is gentle, graceful and loved around the world. It glides low over fields at dusk, looking for small mammals.
Portrait of an owl showing bright orange eyes, ear tufts and detailed mottled feathers.
Sadie
Eagle Ow
Sadie
Eagle Ow
Close-up portrait of an owl showing bright orange eyes, ear tufts and detailed mottled feathers.
One of the largest owls in the world. With blazing orange eyes and incredible strength, the Eagle Owl is truly awe-inspiring.
Hawk perched outdoors on a glove, showing rich chestnut and dark brown feathers against a grassy background.
Max
Harris Hawk
Max
Harris Hawk
Hawk perched outdoors, showing rich chestnut and dark brown feathers against a grassy background.
A smart and calm bird of prey that hunts in family groups and is perfect for hands-on falconry experiences.
Owl perched outdoor, showing orange eyes and striking feather patterns inside an aviary.
IZZY
Bengal Eagle Owl
IZZY
Bengal Eagle Owl
Owl perched on a handler’s glove, showing orange eyes and striking feather patterns inside an aviary.
A large, striking owl with bright orange eyes and strong features. It’s confident, alert and has a commanding presence.
Close-up portrait of a barn owl showing its distinctive heart-shaped face and soft white and golden feathers.
CEO
Barn Owl
CEO
Barn Owl
Close-up portrait of a barn owl showing its distinctive heart-shaped face and soft white and golden feathers.
Known for its heart-shaped face and silent flight, the Barn Owl is gentle, graceful and loved around the world. It glides low over fields at dusk, looking for small mammals.
Close-up of a Harris's hawk perched outdoors, showing its mottled brown and chestnut feathers, yellow cere, and large dark eye against a green garden background.
Scotty
Harris Hawk
Scotty
Harris Hawk
Close-up of a Harris's hawk perched outdoors, showing its mottled brown and chestnut feathers, yellow cere, and large dark eye against a green garden background.
A friendly and intelligent hawk is often used in falconry because of its calm nature. Harris Hawks sometimes hunt in small groups, which is unusual for birds of prey.
Owl gliding in flight with wings extended, showing patterned feathers against a soft natural background.
Darby
Long-eared Owl
Darby
Long-eared Owl
Close-up portrait of an owl showing bright orange eyes and detailed facial feathers against a blurred background.
Powerful and impressive, with big “horned” tufts and piercing yellow eyes. This owl is a top hunter and is known for its deep, booming hoots.
Brown hawk perched on a wooden stand, facing forward with alert expression.
Sonny
Steppe Eagle
Sonny
Steppe Eagle
Eagle standing alert in tall grass, showing dark brown feathers and a strong hooked beak in a natural outdoor setting.
The Golden Eagle is one of the most powerful and awe-inspiring birds of prey in the world. Known for its broad wings, golden-brown plumage, and piercing gaze, this majestic raptor can reach wingspans of over two metres.
Hawk soaring in flight with wings fully extended, showing rich brown and chestnut feather patterns against a dark background.
Mikey
Harris Hawk
Mikey
Harris Hawk
Close-up portrait of a hawk showing its sharp yellow beak, amber eye and dark brown feathers against a plain background.
A friendly and intelligent hawk is often used in falconry because of its calm nature. Harris Hawks sometimes hunt in small groups, which is unusual for birds of prey.

Birds By Request

Portrait of a peregrine falcon showing its sharp beak, dark markings and bright yellow eye area against a leafy green background.
Kenny
Peregrine Falcon
Kenny
Peregrine Falcon
Close-up portrait of a peregrine falcon showing its sharp beak, dark markings and bright yellow eye area against a leafy green background.
The fastest bird on earth. Peregrines can reach speeds of over 200mph when diving for prey. Sleek, strong and incredibly agile, they are a thrill to watch in flight.
Close-up portrait of a falcon perched on a glove, showing detailed feather patterns against a leafy green background.
Roxy
Laggar Falcon
Roxy
Laggar Falcon
Close-up portrait of a falcon perched on a glove, showing detailed feather patterns against a leafy green background.
A sleek, agile falcon known for its speed and precision. The Lanner is alert, graceful and a fantastic flyer.
Hawk flying with wings fully spread, showing detailed feather patterns as it glides through the air outdoors.
BON
Red-tailed Buzzard
BON
Red-tailed Buzzard
Close-up of a hawk with its beak open mid-call, showing sharp beak detail and expressive eyes.
A well-known North American hawk with a beautiful reddish tail. It soars high over open land, scanning the ground with amazing eyesight.

Open Year Round

Mayfield Birds of Prey is open year-round, with seasonal opening times and experiences adapting to daylight and weather conditions. Advance booking is always recommended to ensure availability and to allow visits to be tailored properly.