Swainson’s Hawk

One of my favorite seasonal visitors. I had hoped to spot the first of the season this past weekend but had no such luck. However, it won’t be long till…

Having just finished its meal, this Swainson's Hawk is ready to fly. I was too late to catch the eating action and had to settle for this shot. You can…

Neck rubs are good but also convenient when you can do it yourself. ;-) This Swainson's Hawk was displaying its flexibility and the perks that it brings as it pulled…

A gorgeous raptor and some power blue Colorado skies make for a very nice morning! These summertime visitors from far south are starting to make their homes on the Great…

Yesterday I had my first sighting of these summer-time residents this season. This female Swainson's Hawk was hanging out alongside a busy road north of Denver International Airport. These beautiful…

This beautiful lady was watching the happenings around her closely, no doubt hoping to find some hapless rodent she could snatch up for a meal. It won't be long now…