<p>Human–wildlife interactions are increasing as urban areas expand and wildlife adapts to anthropogenic habitats. Raptors exemplify this trend, with some species thriving in cities and providing ecosystem services while occasionally generating conflicts. To assess public knowledge and perceptions of a common urban raptor, the Chimango Caracara (<i>Milvago chimango</i>), we distributed an anonymous online survey to adults in Argentine cities (March 2022), using a Google form questionnaire. We obtained 2,081 responses, finding that 34% of participants held positive perceptions of chimangos in cities, 8% negative, and 29% mixed. Pest control (42%) and carrion removal (8%) were the primary reasons for positive views, while tearing garbage bags (15%) and displacing charismatic birds (10%) were the main conflicts. Furthermore, 34% of respondents observed nests near their homes, 24% fed chimangos, and 18% rescued injured individuals. Partial proportional odds models showed that men and residents of medium-sized cities held more positive views. Threshold-specific effects revealed that older individuals were less likely to hold fully positive perceptions, and those who fed chimangos were more likely to remain in the negative category rather than transitioning to a mixed one. Additionally, perceiving population increases or having a nest nearby was associated with more negative views. Our results demonstrate that chimangos are generally well-regarded, and residents recognize their ecosystem services. However, limited awareness of scavenging and misconceptions about native species displacement highlight opportunities for targeted education. This study contributes to understanding of human–raptor coexistence in the Global South and offers insights for evidence-based management strategies worldwide.</p>