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Sunday, January 15, 2017

The Hawk

I haven't been taking many pictures of birds lately. I hope to get more use out of my camera now that DA is doing much better and his doc appointments are becoming fewer. So, I can't take credit for my bird post today. Well, in a round about way maybe I can. These pictures are courtesy of my son, who seems to have inherited my love for picture taking. He is a natural in the way he frames his shots. My only advice was to remove the date stamp. Proud mom here.

I'm hoping someone can identify this guy. He lives in Napa Valley. I've been through my bird book, but can't decide.




Linking to I'd Rather B Birdin'

Linking to Saturday Critters

13 comments:

  1. Beautiful series of pictures, the second picture is my favorite.
    It is a species of falcon, perhaps the kestrel.
    Best regards, Irma

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  2. Whoa, these are very impressive photos. Stunning closeups.
    Have a great day!

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  3. Hi betty. Well I'm a long way off but from here that looks like a juvenile Red-shouldered Hawk Buteo lineatus. Great pics.

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  4. Hello, Betty! Your son's hawk shots are awesome. Well done! I agree with Phil above, it does look like the Red-shouldered Hawk. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Happy Sunday, enjoy your day and the new week ahead.

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  5. He is GORGEOUS! And looks like you got some good id from our bird experts! Enjoy your afternoon!

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  6. Red shouldered Hawk, I think!!

    Thanks for linking up with I'd Rather B Birdin' this weekend.

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  7. What wonderful shots of this magnificent creature! The photos are so clear and crisp. Nicely done.

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  8. Wow! Your son got some amazing shots! Beautiful close-ups!

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  9. Red-Shouldered Hawk for sure, and the name that my blog was derived from some 8 years ago this June. WOW very close up and beautiful share~

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  10. Wow, great photos!
    Greetings from Germany

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