Of the millions of newcomers who flock to New York City, a red-tailed hawk's astounding arrival in 1991 made history. No other re-tailed hawk had ever atempted to make Manhattan his territory. Affectionately dubbed Pale Male, he made an exclusive Fifth Avenue apartment building his home. Pale Male became an instant celebrity who made New Yorkers' hearts and imaginations soar. Join the close-knit community of bird-watchers who faithfully gather daily to follow the progress of this bird of prey, as he hunts Central Park's wild creatures, courts his mate on Woody Allen's balcony, builds a penthouse nest, fiercely protects his family from attacking crows, and encourages his baby chicks to fly.