Rufus the Hawk is a Harris's hawk used by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to keep pigeons away from their venue. Described as an "important member of the Wimbledon …

Jul 9, 2025 · Rufus, 17, has patrolled the courts at Wimbledon since the 2008 championships when he was 16 weeks old. He was raised by Brigstock-based Avian Environmental …

Jun 30, 2022 · A key player at The Championships and revered member of the Wimbledon family, Rufus has now clocked up 15 years arriving every day at 6am for a workout on Centre Court …

Jul 6, 2022 · One of the stars at Wimbledon each year is Rufus, the Harris' hawk who scares pigeons away from the stadiums and grandstands.

Jul 6, 2025 · Wimbledon organisers are once again facing the threat of rogue pigeons after their resident hawk, Rufus, failed to produce an heir to continue his legacy.

Playing an important role in the preservation and protection of the greatest grass tennis courts in the world is no small task, but Wimbledon's resident hawk is up to the challenge. The...

Jul 7, 2025 · Rufus the hawk has patrolled the Wimbledon skies and kept them largely pigeon-free for almost 20 years. But the succession plan for the next Rufus is in doubt after its handler …

Jul 12, 2025 · 'Rufus the Hawk' is a Harris's Hawk, which is used by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to ensure pigeons stay away from the sporting action. These pigeons often …

Jul 6, 2025 · For 17 years, the grounds of Wimbledon have been kept pigeon-free by Rufus the hawk. The raptor is so effective at patrolling SW19’s skies, that bosses at the championships …

Jul 6, 2025 · FOR 17 years, the grounds of Wimbledon have been kept pigeon-free by Rufus the hawk. The raptor is so effective at patrolling SW19’s skies, that bosses at the championsh­ips …