Ferruginous hawk

Lovely shot Dimitri - but like Fee said it is hard to tell simply from the head. Any shots of the whole bird?

Very well composed portrait Dimitri. The larger version is even better!

What can I say Dimitri that has not already been said. When I click on the image...wow wow WOW!!!! You did a verynice job with the shot. That web site of your is also very nicly done!

Nice photo Dimitri! As others have said, it is difficult to positively ID this bird without seeing the entire body. Size would be some help, but then it still could be a Red-tail hawk, especially with the different morphs of each species.

Nevertheless, well done - excellent image!

= Ed =

Wow , some feedback that was,awesome.
Thank you all very very much for that , highly appreciated.

Now for the ID , if that helps here is a full body shot a bit croped.

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That would be a Red-Tailed Hawk. Note the prominent "belly band". It's a dead giveaway!.

= Ed =

I do remember its belly being a bit red to be honest,i think you are spot on Ed,thank you very much.
At least now i`ll give it the right name.

That's a beautiful shot, Dimitri. Excellent detail.

Thanks Joe,much appreciated.

superb shot Dimitri... and a gorgeous bird

Great shot, so close and clear

One of the best close up raptor shots I have ever seen.....simply put....SUPERB!! mate....

Having said that and not knowing you raptors very well, I don't believe this is the ferruginous hawk unless they vary in colour, from what I know the ferruginous hawk is lighter in colour under the beak on the throat. Also the beak should be Jet black and the cere would be brighter yellow/orange.

However there are several different colour morphs see here http://www.mbr-pwrc.usgs.gov/Infocent​er/i3480id.html

Having rambled on enough, whether it is or isn't you have shown this bird of so perfectly.

Regards Darren

it's all been said! stunning shot!

Super shot Dimitri, sharp as a tack, great colours.