Swainson’s Hawk

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…

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.…

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…

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…

I was recently taking pictures of a gorgeous juvenile Swainson’s Hawk that was taking advantage of some strong winds.  It was gliding effortlessly with no need to flap its wings…

These young hawks are among my favorite #raptors. Swainson's are normally quite tolerant of people and the juveniles have some of the most gorgeous plumage of any bird. The nearby…