Hawk ID

[Walter Sobchak]

It was near dark, but I think some Hawk expert could tell by the shape







Thanks in Advance.

[Iain]

I'm guessing its a red-tail.  Large wings and head and bulky body suggest buteo, the overall feel of the bird is Red-tail to me.

Good photo quiz.

Iain

[Walter Sobchak]

Red-tail is always the obvious answer around these parts.  I was hoping that it would be something more exotic, as we saw a Merlin earlier that day.  Thank you for the reply.

[Napper]

hey...

in yur first image...I can see a dark belly band... I also see  5 fingers on wing tips

Most likey a redtail

courtesy of  raptor bible:  by Mr Wheeler

I posted a shot of a redtail in flight on sunday  "not great" thru the front windows of my vehicle didn't even have time to get out of the van..

Napper

If your are interested in raptors  see "Raptors of Eastern North America"  by Brian K.  Wheeler... (very technical, and good images)

[Carl-Adam]

Definitely a red tail, Nice broad wings.