Sammy

Sammy is a male American Kestrel who hatched in 1993. Normally, the American Kestrel has a relatively short life span, averaging 3 years in the wild, but Sammy turns 18 this year (2011), and as far as we know, he's the oldest living American Kestrel in captivity!

The American Kestrel is the smallest falcon found in the United States. Despite their size, these little birds are fast and are capable of reaching speeds of 100 mph. This is truly one amazing little bird!

Sammy has arthritis and has retired from the "Wings of America" birds of prey show at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN. He enjoys spending his golden years sunning himself outside on warm days and dining on his favorite foods, mice and quail.

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