Coopers or Sharp-shinned?
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Coopers or Sharp-shinned?

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Buddy

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on: January 12, 2016, 04:07:24 PM
Had this guy visit my inner city feeder today scaring away all the regulars.  Most clues pointing to Coopers but wanted more experienced birders here to confirm.  Thank all :)
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Reply #1 on: January 12, 2016, 08:59:46 PM
The extensive brown on the face makes me think it's a Sharpie, but I always find the adults difficult to distinguish, especially without a sense of scale.


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Reply #2 on: January 13, 2016, 08:41:24 AM
I usually go by capped/hooded appearance and tail shape, but unfortunately neither is visible in this picture, so I have to pass.
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Reply #3 on: January 13, 2016, 06:51:31 PM
Thick tarsi (legs) and mean (vs cute) look make this an almost adult Coopers Hawk.
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