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Buteo regalis
Before the elimination of bison in the West, nests of the Ferruginous Hawk were often partially constructed of bison bones and wool. The Rough-legged Hawk, the Ferruginous Hawk, and the Golden Eagle are the only American hawks to have legs feathered all the way to the toes. (Cornell)
Spotted on Dec 28, 2012
Submitted on Dec 29, 2012
6 Comments
Thank you so much Hemma and Elsa! The Ferrug is the biggest hawk in North America and I love it when they migrate down to CO in the winter! I agree they are stunning!!
That is one stunning raptor!
beauty!!
Thanks, Ashley and Yuko!
Beautiful capture!
Wow he is so pretty!! Can't wait to see one someday :)