Which statement is generally true regarding male raptors?

Male raptors are typically the first to return from migration for several reasons. Primarily, during the breeding season, females require a suitable nesting territory and need a male to help defend that territory and provide for the young. By returning first, males can establish their territories, attract females, and ensure that they are prepared for the breeding season. This behavior is crucial for mating success and the survival of the offspring. It showcases the males’ role in ensuring the timing and success of reproduction in raptor populations.

The other statements do not generally hold true for male raptors. For instance, the timing of migration and choice of nesting area may depend more on environmental conditions and individual species behavior rather than solely the sex of the raptor. Additionally, males often play a significant role in providing food after hatching, so the notion that they provide little food is also inaccurate. Thus, the statement about males being first to return from migration aligns well with observed behaviors in raptor species.