FreeLists / birdky / [birdky] Coopers vs Martin

[HapC1@xxxxxxx]

It took a great deal of patience to pull off the element of surprise the 
Adult Cooper's Hawk achieved at the Purple Martins roost this morning.  As many 
as 
1500 martins are now gathered in the cypress trees at Crappie Hollow.   Out 
of nowhere a Cooper's Hawk scattered the birds and was in pursuit of a young 
martin.  This was quite a task since the hawk had to come across open water to 
reach the birds.   The martin swearved and flew low.  Mr. Cooper's returned to 
the woods without breakfast.  The chase happened as I was perched in my kayak 
watching the martin's.  What a way to start a day!  
Hap
Murray, KY    
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