This document summarizes Shawn Waxali's 2016 internship at the Houston Zoo working with the Birds Department. Some of the experiences included helping with the kitchen, bird incubation, and various habitats. Responsibilities involved habitat construction, animal nutrition, veterinary care, and behavioral analysis. The document also provides information about Cooper's Hawks, including their physical characteristics, hunting and breeding behaviors, and role in the ecosystem. It discusses interactions between Cooper's Hawks and the zoo's collection birds and potential solutions to prevent predation issues.