Fabulous ferruginous flight
Boy, these are some absolutely gorgeous raptors. Ferruginous hawks are North America’s largest hawk and get their name from their rusty (ferruginous) shoulders and legs. The light morph ones, like…
Ferruginous hawk reaches for the sky
As we get further into the colder months, I am slowly seeing more and more of these cool raptors. This particular one was staking out a pole on a road…
Ferruginous hawk stretches out and takes flight
Quite a show from this beautiful raptor! As winter weather begins to take hold, more and more of these cool guys are arriving to the plains of Colorado. This one…
Ferruginous hawk focused and head on
A nice way to cap off a decent photo excursion. My morning had gone pretty well with a good number of wildlife sightings but action was the one thing lacking.…
Ferruginous hawk gives a deadly serious gaze
There is a reason these raptors are one of my favorite hawks and looks like this are why. Their faces are quite unique, largely due to that mouth gape –…
Ferruginous hawk showcases its beautiful plumage
There are a number of reasons these raptors are my favorite hawks, not the least of which is their coloring. That brilliant white plumage on their underside is just amazing.…