Sparrow hawk

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9 replies

Posted by Phillip Tomkinson on August 19, 2010 at 2:30 PM

One from today a big crop as it was only a grabbed shot as it flew past, after just servicing my 800.

Phil.

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Posted by Barrie Courtenay on August 19, 2010 at 3:42 PM

Well looks great on my screen Phil,sharp and crisp and plenty of detail,lovely image

Posted by Rob Howard on August 19, 2010 at 6:27 PM

Hi Phil,

Looks like a Goshawk to me !!!????

Nice pic though

Regards

Rob

Posted by David Sewell on August 20, 2010 at 4:43 AM

I have changed my mind on the ID of this several times, but now think I agree with Rob. The tail seems a bit short for a sparrowhawk, and the legs a bit thick. However, I still remain to be totally convinced either way. Whatever the species, it is still a great capture.

David

Posted by Graham Goddard on August 20, 2010 at 6:23 AM

A tough call, but I think I'm in agreement with Rob too.

Well caught

Posted by Jorne de Bruin on August 20, 2010 at 6:55 AM

Love the detail here!

Posted by Andy Gregory on August 20, 2010 at 11:44 AM

I am glad I am not the only one having trouble with Goshawks and Sparrowhawks, especially from a distance!!! As soon as I saw this image I thought Goshawk but didn't want to say anything. A superb shot Phillip, one I would be well proud to have taken.

Posted by Austin Thomas on August 20, 2010 at 3:32 PM

No idea on the ID Phil, sorry.

I am very impressed with the details seen under the wings. Great work.

Cheers

Austin

Posted by Phil Mclean on August 20, 2010 at 3:47 PM

Fantastic detail.Very well done.

Phil.

Posted by Shaun Simpson on August 21, 2010 at 7:12 AM

Excellent detail Phil