
Uncommon Raptors of Colorado: Red-Shouldered Hawk
Adult hawks have rust colored patches on the wrist and upper back that give the appearance of red shoulders.
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Adult hawks have rust colored patches on the wrist and upper back that give the appearance of red shoulders.
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Colorado Outdoors, Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s magazine, features a wealth of information for hunters, anglers and outdoors enthusiasts.