Sharp-shinned Hawk
Accipiter striatus
Physical Characteristics
Size
9.4-13.4 inches
Wingspan
16.9-22.1 inches
Weight
3.1-7.7 oz
Plumage
Small, blue-gray above, rusty-barred below, square-tipped tail, short rounded wings
Distinctive Features
Small
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Forests, woodland edges
🍽️ Diet
Small birds
🦅 Behavior
Ambush predator, common at feeders hunting small birds
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Migratory
🎵 Sounds
High-pitched 'kik-kik-kik
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Sharp-shinned Hawks have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 9.4-13.4 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Sharp-shinned Hawk sound like?
Sharp-shinned Hawks make High-pitched 'kik-kik-kik'. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Sharp-shinned Hawks live?
Sharp-shinned Hawks inhabit forests, woodland edges. Migratory
What do Sharp-shinned Hawks eat?
The diet of Sharp-shinned Hawks consists primarily of small birds. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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