Red-tailed Hawk

-Bueteo jamaicensis-

Weight-1.5 to 3.5 pounds
Length-18 to 26 inches
Wingspan-43 to 57 inches

Most common large hawk in our area. Broad-winged and wide-tailed. There are various races and each looks slightly different. Typically white underneath with a series of short brown streaks that stand out. Upper part brown with a light colored V-pattern across the back when perched. Gets its name from prominent red tail feathers that are often very noticeable perched and in flight. Mature females average 25% larger than males.