Birds of Mexico

Harriers (genus Circus) are medium to large hawks with circular disc shaped faces used for enhanced hearing. Harriers glide beautifully over open areas looking and listening for prey. Wings form a 'V' when soaring.


Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) Male Green Cay Nature Center, Delray Beach, Florida, USA
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Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) Female Vancouver, Canada
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The North American harrier.
A Broad-winged Hawk joins a [Northern Harrier] who has an [American Kestrel] pinned to the ground. A rare photo of three raptor species in one frame.
A female Northern Harrier with a pinned [American Kestrel].

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