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Old Sunday 11th March 2012, 18:18   #1
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Raptors in Central Park, NY - US

Hi All,

I was walking through Central Park this morning, and saw a couple of raptors.

Fairly new to this game, so would like to know if I've got the ID's right: the first two pics in the tree I think are of a Merlin, the third, flying bird I think is a Red-tailed Hawk.

Any info appreciated!

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Welcome to birdforum. You got the right ID and the photos are really nice!
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Old Sunday 11th March 2012, 23:57   #5
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Hello Brutha,

The merlin is a good bird for Central Park.

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