Ornithological Survey

Common Name: Swainson's Hawk

Scientific Name (Genus-species): Buteo swainsoni

Length (bill-tail): 21" Wingspan: 52"

Identifying Chacteristics: long narrow pointed wings, dark area above chest, vulture like flight

Habitat: prairies, open forests

Seasonal - 1st seen: mid-March; last seen:

Photo forth coming

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