BobInSwamp Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Apologies in advance for the terrible snap. This morning at the University of Florida Natural Area (AKA NATL) a hawk-like bird flew over, looking more or less like any number oflocal hawks underneath, and landed in a tree about a hundred yards away. I was leaving and took a photo (zoomed to about 14x equivalent) expecting I would see a red shouldered hawk when I reviewed the photo. Red-shouldered are common there as well a red-tailed. When I looked at the photo, the bird appeared to have a black back and tail. The tail had a thing white margin. I wish I had gotton closer but didn't want to scare it off. I would appreciate any suggestions as to what species this might be so that, if I see it again, I'll be prepared. It could just be a light anomaly but the sun was bright and it was not shaded. Thanks for any assistance. bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bird Nuts Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Looks good for an adult Sharp-shinned Hawk. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birds are cool Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Agreed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Fingers Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Thirding Sharpie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobInSwamp Posted January 8 Author Share Posted January 8 Thank you all very much for your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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