[va-richmond-general] Re: Fw: Cooper's Hawk ?

My guess would be that they are Red Tail Hawks as I have a pair in my
"back yard" as well. 

 

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FYI.  This was sent to the RAS website.

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From: Al Kent <mailto:alhkent@xxxxxxx>  

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Sent: Tuesday, March 28, 2006 1:40 PM

Subject: Cooper's Hawk ?

 

I am not a bird watcher (per se) other than an enjoyer and feeder of
birds.

 

I live in Chesterfield County.

 

I believe, as best as I can determine, that a pair of Cooper's Hawks has
taken up residence in a tree in my backyard.  An occasional squirrel is
seen being served up for dinner and they are obviously in the process of
setting on eggs as there is an afternoon ritual of one leaving and the
second immediately hoping into the nest.

 

I read that they are uncommon.  Would love to know just how uncommon
they are?

 

I am told that they are commonly mistaken for sharp-shinned hawk.  I
believe they are Cooper's just because of pure size.  I'd estimate them
to be in the 18"-24" tall category.

 

Any other suggestions would be helpful.

 

Thank you.

 

Al Kent

804-276-1345

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