The Harris's hawk or Harris hawk (Parabuteo unicinctus) formerly known as the bay-winged hawk or dusky hawk, is a medium-large bird of prey that breeds from the southwestern United States south to Chile and central Argentina. Birds are sometimes reported at large in Western Europe, especially Britain, but it is a popular species in falconry and these records almost certainly all refer to escapes from captivity.
I found this one at Bodafon Farm Park, Llandudno, North Wales.
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What a wonderful find and great shot. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteA majestic bird.
ReplyDeleteA very nice portrait Gerald.
ReplyDeleteGood looking hawk! Great photo! Thanks for linking up with my critter party. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! We have red tailed hawks around here but I've never seen a harris!
ReplyDeletewhat a beauty!
ReplyDeleteI am thrilled beyond words...what a beauty!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up this weekend at the Bird D'Pot!!
Beautiful!
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