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Sparrowhawks can be seen all year round, and the winter numbers are estimated at over a couple of thousands. Female birds are larger than the male ones; males can be recognized by the rust-coloured bars on the lower part of the belly. The female birds have a dark gray-brown back; Arne’s photo shows the front view.

Young birds resemble the females.

They like keeping watch over their surroundings from a perch tree. Very skilful and fast flyers.