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Cooper's hawk
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Cooper's hawk
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MelospizaMelodiaFan

Cooper's hawk (Accipiter cooperii)

I've never seen one in flight up close; its unusual flap-flap-glide caught my attention. Luckily, it came around a second time and my camera was ready. Based on the size, I think this was a female, and it looks like it has just fed. I wish I saw more of these awe-inspiring birds.
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Habitat
Suburbs
Location
Rohnert Park, CA
Date taken
10 Feb 2024
Scientific name
Accipiter cooperii
Equipment used
E-M1ii, M.Z 100-400
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Doc Duck
Very instructive set of shots! I wonder if their flight style is another way to differentiate them from Sharp-shinned ...?
 

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