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Swainson's Hawk Similar Species to, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Swainson's Hawk flying through the sky gliding in slow motion in the Utah wilderness.

Swainson's Hawk on a post then taking flight in slow motion in Utah.

Swainson's Hawk flying through the sky overhead in Wyoming as it lingers around its nest.

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It may be winter, but we can’t help but think back to the fall migration. This kettle of Swainson’s Hawks visited Commissary Ridge this past September, totaling 166 individuals! How can we tell these are Swainson’s Hawks? Head to our raptor ID factsheets to learn more: https://hawkwatch.org/learn/factsheets/item/376-swainsons-hawk 🎥: Katelyn West | HawkWatch International

Swainson's Hawk stretching its wings as it is perched in a tree waiting for its mate to show up from migration.