although RTHA are common, this one is an interesting one–a late juvenile. A close look at the belly will show some vestiges of juvenile plumage and also the development of an adult belly band.
Red-tailed Hawk
Country United States
State Ohio
Location Sandy Ridge Reservation, Lorain County; 21 May 2023
Gender Unknown
Age Juvenile/Immature
- Created Timestamp05/20/2028 10:59:04
- CameraCanon EOS Rebel T6i
- Aperture5
- Focal Length160
- Iso640
- Shutter Speed1/250
The juvie Red-tailed Hawk is really interesting. Thanks for your description that points out some of the field marks of the juvie turning into an adult.