Sparrowhawks near bird feeders

Photos: Arne Ader
Translation: Liis
 
A sparrowhawk has caught a domestic pigeon.
 
  Sparrowhawk Raudkull    
 
The harsh winter weather has made winter birds gather near bird feeders. A surprise attack at lightning speed in these places is a chance for birds of prey. The females of sparrowhawks are clearly larger than the male birds and markedly more grey-coloured. They can tackle domestic pigeons successfully.
A sparrowhawk’s flight is extremely rapid and it can swoop through bare tree crowns most impressively
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Sparrowhawk.


 

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