Hawk Close-Up
updated: Mar 09, 2013, 8:11 PM

By Chuck Cagara

The first photo shows the distinct tail bands of the juvenile bird. These bands will turn a solid rusty red as the hawk matures, thus differentiating it from the Cooper's Hawk which looks nearly identical in its juvenile stage.

Note that in two photos the "nictitating membrane" is seen over the eye while the hawk is scratching its head. This membrane, present in most birds and many animals, allows the eyeball to be moistened and protected.

A White-Tailed Kite was also observed soaring high overhead.

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