Cooper's Hawk
Accipiter cooperii
Physical Characteristics
Size
14.6-17.7 inches
Wingspan
24.4-35.4 inches
Weight
7.8-24 oz
Plumage
Similar to Sharp-shinned but larger, rounded tail, blue-gray above
Distinctive Features
Similar to Sharp-shinned but larger
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Forests, suburbs, parks
🍽️ Diet
Medium-sized birds, small mammals
🦅 Behavior
Agile flier through trees, increasingly common in suburbs
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Partially migratory
🎵 Sounds
Sharp 'kek-kek-kek
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Cooper's Hawks have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 14.6-17.7 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Cooper's Hawk sound like?
Cooper's Hawks make Sharp 'kek-kek-kek'. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Cooper's Hawks live?
Cooper's Hawks inhabit forests, suburbs, parks. Partially migratory
What do Cooper's Hawks eat?
The diet of Cooper's Hawks consists primarily of medium-sized birds, small mammals. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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