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Butterfly Hawk - This Red-shouldered Hawk's flight pattern reminded me of a dainty butterfly. The most beautifully patterned and cooperative individual of this species I have observed to date.

 

Species: Red-shouldered Hawk (Buteo lineatus)

Location: Northern California, CA, USA

Equipment: Canon EOS R5 + EF 100-400mm IS II + EF 1.4x III Extender

Settings: 1/1600s, ISO: 1250, f/8 @560mm, Handheld, Electronic Shutter

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Uploaded on November 22, 2022
Taken on November 5, 2022