![]() ![]() Merlin, adult: Merlin has stockier, more sharply pointed wings, broader, shorter tail, and is “chesty” compared with kestrel. Note long, slim wings and tail, and small head.ġ2. Northern Harrier: Very distinct brilliant white underside with a black border on flight feathers. Pale underside with buffy underwing coverts, and dark, evenly spaced streaking on body denote 1st-year.ġ1. Red-shouldered Hawk, immature: Note somewhat stocky squared-off wings with translucent “commas” along the primaries. Adults have bold black and white bands on wings and tail and a warm reddish underside.ġ0. Red-shouldered Hawk, adult: Note somewhat stocky squared-off wings with translucent “commas” along the primaries. Some (like this bird) have streaks on belly similar to red-tailed.ĩ. Pale underside with dark streaking on sides of breast, and indistinct tail pattern with darker tip denote 1st-year. Broad-winged Hawk, immature: Stocky pointed wings, large head, and short, narrow tail. Sharp-shinned Hawk, adult: Note short, stocky wings and body, long slim tail that is short for an accipiter, and small head.Ĩ. ![]() Note long, broad, squared-off wings, broad tail, and modified dihedral when gliding.ħ. Turkey Vulture: Blackish overall reddish head can be difficult to see at a distance but white bill usually glows. American Kestrel: Note pale underside with orangey chest, black spots on belly two black “sideburns” on head, and blue upperwing coverts, orange tail with black tip.Ħ. Note long, slim wings and tail, and small head.ĥ. Northern Harrier: Very distinct brilliant white underside with a black border on flight feathers. American Kestrel: Note pale underside with orangey chest, black spots on belly two black “sideburns” on head, and blue upperwing coverts, orange tail with black tip.Ĥ. Very large with long, broad wings and yellow legs and bill.ģ. Bald Eagle: Very distinct white heads and tails and dark overall. Plumage is difficult to see on distant birds, but 1st-years lack a rufous tone underneath.Ģ. Sharp-shinned Hawk, immature: Note short, stocky wings and body, long slim tail that is short for an accipiter, and small head. HINT: Below are all of the species pictured.ġ. Scroll down for a list of all of the species shown, and keep going for the answers. ![]() The challenge: Identify and age these common raptors. Seeing the birds on the wing is thrilling-particularly when there are large numbers of them-but it can also be frustrating to try and identify them at various angles and distances. Now is a great time to get out and see the birds of prey as they migrate south for the winter ( click here for a list of 10 awesome places to watch the spectacle). Want to send directly to your recipient? Just add a note to your order with that you would like to say, and we will handwrite your card for you - free of charge! What a way to save time and money.Īll orders are sent plastic free, so you can feel great about your purchase.Raptors are on the move. Whether you're looking for a birthday card for a wildlife lover or for a beautiful card just to say, your friend or loved one is sure to love the message you leave them!ġ0% of the sale of this item is donated to the RSPB - so you can do some good for nature while you shop! This eco-friendly bird card comes blank inside for your own words. ![]() Who doesn’t love a little greetings card in their letter box? If you know someone who can use some uplifting cheer then our Recycled Red Kite Greetings Card can certainly help. A stunning red kite bird is printed on recycled cardstock in a stunning artistic fashion. ![]()
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