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.
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.