Hello from a newbie (1 Viewer)

Hello from Coquitlam,BC,Canada.
I was just looking online to help identify a hawk I saw recently and found this site. I'm new to birding but have been a hobby shooter for a while. The challenge of getting a good bird shot is what got me going in the first place and then I realized I need to be able to put a name to the birds I captured. I currently have a Canon T2i and a 75-300IS lens as well as an 18-200IS. I bike lots so these fit into a compact case easily carried while biking. I would like either a Canon 100-400 or Sigma 50-500 longer lens for when I am on foot. I have already read some photo tip postings that answered some questions I had about obtaining the best shots. I look forward to expanding my bird knowledge and getting even better photos.
Bob
PS
I'm attaching a pic of the (Coopers Hawk?)

Hi there and a warm welcome to you from those of us on staff here at BirdForum :t:

We're glad you found us and thanks for taking a moment to say hello

Looks good for a Cooper's for me and it's a great shot I might add.

Hello and welcome from Inverness.

I'm off to read my Sibley guide to ID Cooper Hawk cos it looks like a Merlin (good grief this is going to be like starting a whole new hobby when I come over in June!?)

Good birding

Dave

Hi and welcome to BirdForum :t:

Welcome to Birdforum! I am sure you will find lots to interest you here, and I hope that you enjoy your visits.

Hi bobmoose, welcome to BirdForum.

Welcome to Birdforum :t:

Hi Bob and a warm welcome from me too

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I'll look forward to some more of your contributions.

D