wgeoff

I think this is a Japanese Sparrowhawk, first year female, from the thin mesial stripe, long pointed wings and narrow dark bands on the upper tail.
But it's very early and perhaps someone can confirm



Po Toi, Tuesday 14th September

[ Last edited by wgeoff at 18/09/2010 14:41 ]

HFCheung

Possible Chinese Sparrowhawk.  The orangy cere and leg colour point to this species.  Also, time is right.

HF Cheung

[ Last edited by HFCheung at 17/09/2010 16:37 ]

cgeoff

I think I agree with Ho Fai. In addition, the underpart markings, rather than being plain brown, are rather reddish-brown, which I believe favours Chinese.

GeoffC

wgeoff

Thanks for the correct id Ho Fai and Geoff.

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