Monday, January 5, 2015

Resident Hawk

I love to see the hawk, yet I hate to see the hawk.
This Cooper's seems to be ever present,
making it difficult for the yard birds to visit the feeders.
 
In the front yard
 
 
In the backyard
 
 
 
It's been a very mild winter here, with just one snowfall in November. I would have thought the hawk could do it's hunting in the forest a couple of blocks away!
 
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49 comments:

  1. Linda W.January 6, 2015 at 12:49 AM

    GREAT photos! Wow - yes, interesting to see, but he does keep the other birds away.

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  2. Elephant's ChildJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:51 AM

    Such a quandary. I too would love the hawk, hate the hawk...

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  3. StephanieJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:58 AM

    Nice captures!

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  4. Lovable DerekJanuary 6, 2015 at 1:07 AM

    Superb photos! Well captured.

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  5. Lovable DerekJanuary 6, 2015 at 1:08 AM

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  6. MersadJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:00 AM

    Majestic shots!

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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  7. Nancy JJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:53 AM

    Super photos, he looks so contented perched there. Take care, Jean.

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  8. eileeninmdJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:04 AM

    I know how you feel, the hawks are awesome to see. Just not eating my feeder birds. Great shots! Have a happy day!

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  9. David M. Gascoigne,January 6, 2015 at 7:02 AM

    Great shots, Karen. I think that you should simply enjoy this magnificent accipiter and recognize that you can't expect him to ignore the smorgasbord you have provided for him.

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  10. Hootin AnniJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:20 AM

    Wow....just plain wow!!

    [Thanks for linking up at I'd Rather B Birdin']

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  11. EG CameraGirlJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    They are handsome birds but, I agree, very scary for birds at feeders!

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  12. Bethany CarsonJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:21 AM

    It's a beautiful bird...though dangerous to smaller birds! Great shots!

    When we see a hawk around our place either we or our dog Ginger goes out to make sure it doesn't eat any of our chickens.

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  13. The Furry GnomeJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    Incredible pictures, a beautiful hawk!

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  14. Pamela GordonJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    Beautiful captures! We had one here once and the birds were noticeably absent until it gave up and left.

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  15. TexWisGirlJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:10 AM

    my gosh, these are AWESOME shots! what a striking, sharp-eyed bird you've got hanging around!

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  16. MadSnapperJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    he is gorgeous and your photos are stunning.

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  17. WillowJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:46 AM

    We just started having a hawk that has been scouring the farm this month. I do like seeing them in the woods but NOT in the yard , for the chickens sake :)
    You got gorgeous shots of your hawk though .

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  18. RebeccaJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    Understand your feelings - I feel the same. I especially get nervous when any hawk is eyeing by free ranging chickens. Great shots of an admirable hunter. I love the last photo with its glaring eyes! Have a good week!

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  19. MuffieJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    He's really a handsome specimen, but I can see why the little birds would be frightened!

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  20. HansHBJanuary 6, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    A wonderful serie, perfect post for WBW!
    Happy New Year to you!

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  21. CarverJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:06 PM

    Amazing shots of the hawk. Happy new Year!

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  22. Bob BushellJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    I have the same problem with the Sparrowhawk, but, they are glorious. I love your photography.

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  23. mickJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    Great photos of a magnificent bird but it does seem unfair that it should take advantage of the little birds at the feeders.

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  24. Margaret Birding For PleasureJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    I suppose the food might be easier to get from your garden than in the forest. Great shots of the Hawk.

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  25. DebbieJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:04 PM

    i have the same love/hate relationship with them as well!!

    beautiful captures, it looks like you got pretty close!!!

    awesome to see you today!!!!

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  26. AndyJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:26 PM

    Nice photos. You really captured this guy's true beauty.

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  27. DeniseinVAJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    He's magnificent isn't he? Fantastic photos Karen, you have captured him beautifully.

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  28. Sylvia KJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    You do indeed get the most terrific captures of birds, Karen, they never fail to take my breath away!! AND it is so good to see you online. Hope you are feeling -- reasonable these days! I am holding good thoughts for you!!

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  29. fredamansJanuary 6, 2015 at 6:16 PM

    Beautiful bird. He is as enamored with you as you are with him.

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  30. Sue (this n that)January 6, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Wow Karen, magnificent shots.
    I know what you mean about the significance of seeing them around, but thankfully they move on don't they!
    You've shown their beautiful features so well. Beaut to catch up again :D)

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  31. JaniceJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:00 PM

    Very beautiful bird and great captures.

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  32. Michele M./ Finch RestJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:25 PM

    Hrm. Hawk. Still made at the one that killed our bluebird this past summer.

    I like the little songbirds and hawks keep them away, ugh.

    They're majestic but HUNGRY! : - (

    Happy New Year, sweet lady! Hugs.

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  33. LeaJanuary 7, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Great photos!
    But it is sad that he is preventing the small birds from coming to the feeders
    Lea

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  34. UnknownJanuary 7, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    Great shots of this handsome bird. Too bad he's scaring the other birds away.

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  35. RedPatJanuary 7, 2015 at 1:19 PM

    I've noticed Redtailed hawks hanging abou the last couple of days. These are great shots, Karen!

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  36. tiptoethruphylsgarden.blogspot.comJanuary 7, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    I have a love/hate relationship with hawks as well. But they sure are awesome! What beautiful shots you got! Thanks for sharing! Phyllis

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  37. Phil SladeJanuary 7, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    Truly brilliant pictures Karen. Yes, you must have mixed feelings about your feeders. Raptors are such opportunists and where there is a concentration of food (small birds)they will take full advantage. Try and site the feeders in cover so that the hawk can't get its talons in too easily and is slowed down.

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  38. NatureFootstepJanuary 7, 2015 at 4:08 PM

    he sure seem to be the master of things :) Beautiful shots :)

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  39. PatJanuary 7, 2015 at 5:41 PM

    Gorgeous shots of this opportunistic raptor.

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  40. Rambling WoodsJanuary 7, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    Hello Karen! Yes, I have a coopers here most days and I feel conflicted .... Wonderful photos... Michelle

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  41. Connie SmileyJanuary 7, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    What wonderful shots! Just enjoy the view while it's there. This too will pass.

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  42. Beth at PlantPostingsJanuary 7, 2015 at 9:44 PM

    Oh, I know. The songbirds are making themselves scarce at my place, too. I'm guessing it's because of a hawk, an owl, or a fox. Come to think of it, I haven't seen many rabbits lately, either--and I'm OK with that. Beautiful photos of the hawk!

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  43. Gail DixonJanuary 7, 2015 at 11:25 PM

    I prefer to see them out in the woods and not at my feeders. You certainly got some awesome shots of him! Wow.

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  44. thegrisgirlJanuary 8, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    hello sweetie :)
    nice post!, great pics so inspiring . . .
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    Have an inspiring day :**
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  45. A Colorful WorldJanuary 8, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    Gorgeous photos! I feel the same way about the hawks who visit our yard--glorious moments, yet terror for the songbirds!

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  46. Sallie (FullTime-Life)January 8, 2015 at 4:31 PM

    Yes I know exactly what you mean. In our Oregon yard (way back when we had a 'real' house) we had a Kestrel Hawk which I felt just the same about.

    Magnificent raptors, but ....

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  47. Les...January 8, 2015 at 8:58 PM

    awesome pics of your hawk!! what a great set of shots, so much fine detail and character, check out those piercing eyes!! *VBS*

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  48. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2015 at 11:27 PM

    Wow - beautiful bird!

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  49. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    These are lovely shots Karen,have a great weekend.

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