Red-Shouldered Hawk Perched on Winter Branch
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 at 4:56:27 PM · 2026/Hawk
A Red-Shouldered Hawk sits alert on a pale, weathered branch in what appears to be late winter or early spring. The bird displays its characteristic rufous-orange breast plumage and black-and-white barred wings, with a keen gaze directed toward the camera. The composition features the hawk centered among bare branches in the foreground, with evergreen trees creating a soft, bokeh background. The overcast lighting and muted color palette suggest a cold, quiet day, typical of hawk hunting conditions.
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