This Red-shouldered Hawk was photographed at Yucaipa Regional Park the other day. There were two of these birds flying from one tree to another. I was able to shoot this one, both front and back. The back view shows the color patch on the shoulder, from which it got its name. I know the pics are too busy, with all the branches and twigs, but the pine trees seemed to be their preferred perches, with all their messy twigs. 2/5/21 www.sparhawkphotography.com
When birding down at San Jacinto Wildlife Area, I saw many Northern Harriers, flying low over the wetlands. I've never gotten good photos of these hawks, always wishing for a nice flight shot. Of those I tried the other day, this was the best I could do. Unlike Wayne, David and Loyd who take wonderful flight shots, it is definitely not my strong point. I was glad to get this female Harrier in flight, looking down for its next meal. When it flies over, many ducks and other water birds will fly away in fright--she is a great hunter. (The strangest thing I saw once was one of these hawks standing out in shallow water, standing on its prey until it drowned, before flying off with it to eat!) 1/8/21 My website: www.sparhawkphotography.com
I went birding today at San Jacinto Wildlife Area, working on my new year list (I'm up to 103 species so far for the year!) This Peregrine Falcon was perched in a small tree along the road in the preserve, so I took several shots from my car. He was a nice addition to my year list. 1/6/21 My website: wwwlsparhawkphotography.com
