R is for Raptors - birds that kill and eat small mammals, rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and other birds
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| Hawk, Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, October 10, 2018 |
1. a hooked beak with rough edges
2. strong legs and feet with sharp, curved claws
3. keen eyesight
Just a few examples of Raptors are Hawks, Eagles, Owls, and Ospreys. But this one looks so cute, it is hard to believe it is a fierce hunter and killer!
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...sitting patiently.
ReplyDeleteGreat shot . Don't disturb her . Keep commenting on my blog because I love your comments.
ReplyDeleteHello, it is a beauty. Great shot of the Hawk! Enjoy your day and week ahead.
ReplyDeleteAwesome photo ~ One of these came to visit on our deck too!
ReplyDeleteHappy Day to you,
A ShutterBug Explores,
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A very distinctive looking hawk!
ReplyDeleteGreat pic of this guy, Lea!
ReplyDeleteraptors are SO intense!
ReplyDeleteA very nice looking hawk.
ReplyDeletegorgeous isn't it?
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They are fascinating creatures, for sure. I'm always thrilled to see one while traveling along highways, roadways, and hiking paths. Great photo!
ReplyDeleteJust this morning we saw a hawk swoop down and catch something in my vegetable garden. My husband grabbed the binoculars (which sits on the counter always ready) and said it had caught a mouse. He offered to let me look at the closeup view so I could watch it getting eaten. (UGH!) I declined to watch.
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