Red Eagle Ranch is the lucky host to a breeding pair of red-shouldered hawks this spring. According to Mary, the Native Americans called red-shouldered hawks "red eagles" and they are the namesake of her farm. They usually don't nest very close to humans, but these two have taken up residence right next to a pathway to the fields. They're incredibly beautiful and I see at least one almost every time I'm out riding. (I suppose I should also let you know that I didn't take this picture of the hawk, just found it on the internet)
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I thought we were in hawk heaven out here, but it is cool to be able to see them all the time.
Love these guys! I saw one swoop down into the front yard and rip some poor unsuspecting critter off the ground and fly away with it dangling. It's tough being a wild animal - especially a mouse sized one!
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