A hawk of some kind flew into our backyard yesterday. Hung out on the ground for a bit, then flew up onto our fence.
I have a few pictures of this wonderful bird but my wife and I cannot tell exactly what it was. Need help to identify
Address: 5668 W Flying Hawk Ln, Boise, ID 83709, USA
The Peregrine Fund's World Center For Birds of Prey | Oct 27, 2019
Hi Scott! We agree with Will K. that it was likely either a Cooper's Hawk or a Sharp-shinned Hawk. Both birds are among our favorite back yard raptors!
Will K | Oct 27, 2019
Best bet without seeing it would be a Cooper's hawk. They feed mostly on the sparrows that frequent the Boise neighborhoods
Scott Gibson | Oct 27, 2019
How can I send a picture?
Amanda Purvis | Oct 27, 2019
absolutely.. please send anybody photos you like.
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