Thanks to everyone who responded to my request for
help with the bird ID.  The specifics to watch for in
birds of prey were especially helpful.  Identifying
marks, behavior, habits, appearance in flight, etc.

After checking out my Audubon Bird ID book, my best
guess is a sharp-shinned.  The photo in the book looks
almost identical to the one I saw yesterday but still
a Cooper's is possible.  I think it got a Starling in
the end.

As I said, I'm just beginning to ID accipiters and
buteos so the up close and personal look was a plus.

Happy Birding......

Nancy

Nancy

  "Nobody sees a flower - really- it is so small it takes time -
  we haven't time - and to see takes time, like having a
  friend takes time."  - Georgia O'Keefe, Artist




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