Sam Smith park: female american kestrel?

[Fireweed]

I was in Sam Smith park today and noticed a bird that clearly fits the description of a female american kestrel. I don't know what else it could have been.  I am not 100% sure, so I was wondering if anyone else managed to spot her.  I always saw the bird sitting on the top of a tree on the north or east side of the harbour, solitary, going from tree to tree when disturbed. It distinctly had a barred back and small, hooked beak with distinct markings on the face.

I would be appreciative of any comments.

[BC]

I wasn't there today but it's not unusual to find American Kestrels at CSSP during the winter months.

[GStuart]

There was a kestrel being quite active when I was there on Sunday morning.

[Fireweed]

Thanks so much!!