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…
Swainson’s Hawk weathers Colorado’s spring snowstorm
Taken last weekend as the Centennial State was getting pounded by a significant storm. This poor hawk was undoubtedly wishing it had stayed in Argentina for a couple more weeks.…
Swainson’s Hawk stretches out after a long flight
Having just arrived from Argentina, this gorgeous raptor was likely a bit tired. Okay, it actually arrived a week or two ago but that is a long flight and you…
The Argentinians return
Swainson's Hawks have one of the longest known migrations of any raptor. After wintering in Argentina, they spend their summers on the Great Plains where they mate before heading south…