How to tell the difference between hawks

Описание: Want to level up your hawk identification skills? 🦅 In this video, Rick from Birding with Rick breaks down the two main types of hawks—Buteos and Accipiters—and shares his best tips for telling them apart in the field.

You'll learn:
✅ What makes a Buteo vs. an Accipiter 🧐
✅ Key features to look for in the various hawks:
👉Sharp-shinned Hawk
👉Cooper's Hawk
👉American Goshawk
👉Red Tailed Hawk
👉Red-Shouldered Hawk
👉Broad-winged Hawk
👉Swainson's Hawk
👉Rough-legged Hawk
👉Ferruginous Hawk
and...
✅ Rick’s personal tricks for remembering each one!

Whether you're a beginner birder or looking to sharpen your raptor ID game, this guide will help you spot and identify hawks with confidence and become a Hawk ID WHIZ!

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--Who am I?--

If we haven’t met before 👋 I’m Rick, a passionate birder who loves sharing the joy of birdwatching with others. My videos on this channel offer simple tips, fascinating facts, and practical guides to help you connect with nature, improve your birding skills, and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned birder, I’m here to help you discover the beauty of birds and build a deeper appreciation for the world around you.
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00:00 Intro
03:01 Sharp-shinned Hawk
05:09 Cooper's Hawk
06:27 American Goshawk
07:21 Red-tailed Hawk
09:10 Red-Shouldered Hawk
10:40 Broad-winged Hawk
11:44 Swainson's Hawk
12:14 Rough-legged Hawk
13:59 Ferruginous
15:21 Now you're a Hawk ID Master!