Swainson’s Hawk keeps watch
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…
Young Swainson’s Hawk poses for pictures
I went for a quick photo drive after work Thursday and only found one photo worthy subject. It however was a very handsome juvenile Swainson's Hawk. These young ones have…
Swainson’s Hawk under siege
All this female Swainson's Hawk wanted to do was take in the sunrise and enjoy a quiet morning. A Western Kingbird whose nest was nearby, did not care to have…
Female Swainson’s Hawk takes flight in the early morning sun
My weekend camping trip didn't really bring much extraordinary in the way of wildlife. That's okay as it was a great one to just disconnect and spend some time with…
Swainson’s Hawk launches, keeps close eye on the photographer
I haven't really gotten my usual fill of pictures of these summertime residents of Colorado. The last couple of weekends though gave me a few opportunities, including some captures of…
Young Swainson’s Hawk poses for pictures
When I first spotted this raptor yesterday in Morgan County, Colorado, I wasn't entirely sure what it was. Certainly it was the size of a hawk but the light coloring…