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Request for Information => Bird ID => Topic started by: ghostbear on May 06, 2015, 10:38:24 AM

Title: Sharp-shinned Hawk vs Coopers Hawk
Post by: ghostbear on May 06, 2015, 10:38:24 AM

I am thinking a sharp-shinned hawk. Any help would be appreciated!

(http://i2.wp.com/ghostbearphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/hawk.jpg)
(http://i0.wp.com/ghostbearphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/hawk1.jpg)

Thanks,

Jill

Title: Re: Sharp-shinned Hawk vs Coopers Hawk
Post by: Luv2Bird on May 06, 2015, 12:24:20 PM

I would agree with Sharp-shinned given the long exposed yellow legs.  I'm no expert though.

Title: Re: Sharp-shinned Hawk vs Coopers Hawk
Post by: birdwatch ontario on May 06, 2015, 05:22:34 PM

Definitely a Sharp-Shinned Hawk.  The head and neck has a more hooded look than capped and you don't see the graduated tail feathers that would be seen on Coopers.