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Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

Photo by RachelM
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Description:

I'm thinking Rough-legged hawk but maybe Ferruginous? Any ID help would be appreciated.

Species ID Suggestions

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

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JimJohnson2
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Swainson's Hawk (immature)

Buteo swainsoni

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Liam
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Comments (5)
Josh Asel
Ya, definitely a Swainson's Hawk fosho.
RachelM
Thanks so much for the ID and the info Liam!
Liam
Both Ferruginous and Rough-legged would be feathered down the tarsus to the feet. Proportions and facial markings don't match for Peregrine Falcon. This is an immature Swainson's Hawk.

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PublishedOctober 11, 2014

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