I took this picture last week as we were driving to the National Bison Range. I'm pretty sure this is a rough-legged hawk. Rick insists it's not, but I have Nathan on my side, which is a very good thing because he's a little bird nerd. Awhile back I posted another picture of a rough-legged hawk. Click here to see it. That was one the dark morph version. If this bird here is a rough-legged, I'm guessing this must be one of the light morphs and maybe even a juvenile. I could be wrong, however, and it could be another bird all together. Just don't tell Rick that ...
What a GREAT photo shot! Wow! And according to the research I just did online...you are correct. :) (Either that or I love you so much...or both!) hahahaha
ReplyDeleteIt's a very handsome bird regardless. And the sky couldn't have been prettier either. Good job Rena!
ReplyDeleteLeanne
Either way, it's a great photo!
ReplyDeleteSpectacular! Ranger Rick cover material as far as I'm concerned. And I agree with Sophia, I think it's a rough-legged.
ReplyDeleteNice picture!!
ReplyDeleteNancy
That's a great looking bird! Fantastic picture..
ReplyDeleteGreat picture! I am a city kid so I am happy that I recognize that it's a bird! lol
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