[obol] SE Portland SWAINSON'S HAWK

  • From: Adrian Hinkle <adrian.hinkle@xxxxxxxxx>
  • To: obol@xxxxxxxxxxxxx, portland-area-birds@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Mon, 6 May 2013 21:05:10 -0700

Christopher and I were in the backyard, enjoying the nice evening while
studying for upcoming exams, when we noticed a fairly large buteo with
long, pointed wings flying over. We grabbed binoculars and sure enough, it
was a light SWAINSON'S HAWK. This was about 8:05pm and it was heading east
northeast just south of Mt. Tabor. This was yard bird #108. While certainly
not expected as our next yard bird, the weather conditions and timing are
probably perfect. Seems like a good time to try for this species out at the
Portland Airport, Troutdale area, or really any adequate grassy area.

Enjoy the migration and nice weather,

Adrian Hinkle

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