I found this question on rec.railroad. Has anyone seen this behavior?

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Date: 15 Dec 1994 18:28:06 GMT
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I've been told by a falconer that out in the west - north west
eagles, falcons, etc have learned to ride on top of railroad cars
and let the train do the work of scaring up dinner from along the
right of way. They then dive off and scoop it up. Has anyone seen
this or have any pictures?

Rich

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