Every year, visitors from all over the country flock to Marion Square on the Charleston peninsula to watch majestic birds of prey swoop mere inches from their heads in a long-practiced flight routine.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Birds of prey typically fit into a common mold: they are ...

For Lowcountry residents, Valentine’s Day often means anticipating droves of people flocking to the Charleston peninsula looking for the sights and thrills of animals galore. From dogs to sheep to ...