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The size was difficult to determine as it was at the very top of a tree. I would estimate the height of the tree to be about 45 feet more or less. The hawk appeared to have a dark brown crest, deep brown upper-parts with some white markings, and a white chest with light brownish bars. It appears to have a square tipped tail with deep brown bars. It has some yellow coloring on its' bill, but it is difficult to see in the series. This hawk had yellow legs.
I spotted this hawk in my neighborhood. We live in a suburban area with lots of growth. I would appreciate any help with an i.d. I am thinking perhaps a Sharp-shinned or Coopers Hawk.
The Cooper's is a larger Accipiter Hawk with more rounded tail. The Sharp-shinned is smaller and has more of a squared-off tail end. Both hawks diet consists mainly of small (backyard) birds.
Spotted on Feb 7, 2018
Submitted on Jun 25, 2019
