I had forgotten the Hawks hide in the trees behind the back trail. When you’re walking there you always look in the opposite direction, the big island always plenty action.
There was none of the usual Red-shoulder screaming. If I hadn’t notice movement to my left he would have been missed.
Immediately after these shots the young Hawk made a quick dive down on a Tricolored Heron. It was an ambitious try, Herons are a little big for them. Besides, the Heron saw him coming and quickly dodged him. Nice try though.
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Red-shouldered Hawk Slipped In
Red-shouldered Hawk Slipped In
Red-shouldered Hawk Slipped In
Red-shouldered Hawk Slipped In
Red-shouldered Hawk Slipped In
Congratulations on these beautiful Red-shouldered Hawk photographs. This is a species we do not have here in Europe, at least not as far as I know. A magnificent bird, and you captured it wonderfully. The detail, pose, and expression really bring out the character of this impressive raptor. Really stunning shots Ted !
Thanks so much. I believe they are a North American breed, heavy population in the south. They are known for their constant shrieking. They usually advertise where they are, even while hunting. As they get older their neck and shoulders get a reddish coloring. I did follow him after his ill fated attempt to catch a larger Heron. Those shots are still in the bottom pile to view lol.
Tap, tap, tap, tap, tap, tap, tap……. My impatient foot waiting for the diving shots. Those will be fun.
You’ll be disappointed. 😆. I think I caught a Night Heron, maybe butt shot, doing a quick exit, the Hawk after the miss in a tree. Later on I’ll see what I have and if passable will post, with the blame on you LOL.