Sharp-shinned
Hawk
(Accipiter striatus)
| Sharp-shinned
Hawk Information Length: 10 - 14" Habitat: Coniferous or mixed forests, forest openings, forest edges, open woodlands near brushy areas. Diet: Mostly small birds (especially, songbirds), including sparrows, finches, and warblers; some medium-sized birds; some small mammals such as mice, shrews, and voles; frogs, lizards, |
 Sharp-shinned Hawk (Subadult) |
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 Identification
tipsfor the Sharp-shinned Hawk |
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| Breeding Map | Winter Map (CBC) | ||
| Additional
photos and information: The Raptor Center Identifying characteristics, range, habitat, nesting, feeding habits, and conservation status of Sharp-shinned Hawk. The Virtual Birder Photo of juvenile Sharp-shinned Hawk in flight. |
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