Hunter with Prey
Went back and forth with the I.D. on this one. Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks have very similar characteristics. The overall size, large head, and tapered head/nape feather colors made me lean towards Cooper's.
Whatever it is, we were awed to witness this natural drama of a hapless starling meeting its demise...as seen and photographed through our dining room window.
(Thanks to Giff Beaton for help with the I.D.)
Owings Mills, Maryland
April 8, 2023
4395
Hunter with Prey
Went back and forth with the I.D. on this one. Cooper's and Sharp-shinned Hawks have very similar characteristics. The overall size, large head, and tapered head/nape feather colors made me lean towards Cooper's.
Whatever it is, we were awed to witness this natural drama of a hapless starling meeting its demise...as seen and photographed through our dining room window.
(Thanks to Giff Beaton for help with the I.D.)
Owings Mills, Maryland
April 8, 2023
4395