G is for Goshawk, North West England, UK - 2018

My favourite raptor and one of the most enigmatic bird in Britain. It was a surprise to see this bird being pursued by 2 Crows. In fact it was a surprise full stop to see this bird. It came out of nowhere and then disappeared into thin air. The encounter made me ask myself "Was it a dream, an apparition or a figment of my imagination?

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Key information

The goshawk is a large hawk, almost reaching buzzard size. When up close it has a fierce expression with bright red eyes and a distinctive white eyebrow. Its broad wings enable it to hunt at high speed, weaving in and out of trees, and its long legs and talons can catch its prey in flight. The female is substantially larger than the male. In late winter and spring it has a 'sky-dance' display. Goshawks are a Schedule 1 species. They are still persecuted and their nests are frequently robbed.

What they eat:

Birds and mammals.

Measurements:

Length:48-62cm
Wingspan:135-165cm
Weight:600-1,100g (male); 900-2,000g (female)

Population:

UK breeding:280-430 pairs

Where and when to see them
Best looked for near large areas of woodland and forests with glades and paths for it to hunt along. They can also be seen hunting over more open countryside.

The goshawk can be seen all year round, but best looked for on fine days in late winter and spring when display flights take place high over the trees.

Taken on: March 30, 2018

Sets appears in: • Nikon P900 Wildlife • British Wildlife more » • Rossendale • Lancashire • Group 2 « less

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Camera: NIKON COOLPIX P900, f/5.6, 1/500 sec, 170mm, ISO 160 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	NIKON COOLPIX P900
Aperture:	f/5.6
Exposure Time:	0.002 sec (1/500)
Focal Length:	170mm
ISO:	160
Exposure Bias:	-0.4 EV
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Program AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	COOLPIX P900 V1.3
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