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Sharp-shinned Hawk
Sharp-shinned Hawk
stargazer05766


Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Camera: Canon EOS-40D
Lens: Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS
Location: Home
Galleries: Nature, Birds
Date Uploaded: Jan 7, 2009

Viewed: 325
Comments: 4
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 The sharp-shinned hawk gets it's name from it's long, thin legs: the shins, appear to have a leading edge. These long legs aid the hawk in snatching its rather fast, elusive quarry. Although sharp-shins appear delicate they are actually remarkably strong, which decreases the victim's chances of escape once it has been grabbed..

This fellow dropped in one day recently in hopes of a snatch from the back yard..I didn't notice any feathers left behind..

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 01/10/2009 03:20:11 PM
wonderful shot!!!!!snow is cool too
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 01/09/2009 11:40:23 AM
great shot, love teh snow falling in the pic!
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 01/08/2009 05:26:17 PM
Well now that I think of it , that description could apply to me-LOL !!! Brilliant capture & edit- those eyes are magical >:)
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 01/07/2009 06:43:14 PM
What a funny face this guy has, love his expression. and the colours are so brilliant. Good shot!
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