Hawks in Iowa: Eight common species, some breeders, some migrants or winter residents. Useful info for identification.
large, hefty with reddish tail. Preys on small animals. Builds stick nests high. Call: "keeeyah!"
Fast, 16.5", 1lb. Blue-gray, orange below. Preys on birds, mammals. Nests high. Adaptable, recovered from DDT impact.
Unique hawk with long wings, white rump, hunts rodents in grasslands, makes "che" call. Breed in North America.
Big, long-winged, black & white tail. Hunts rodents in open fields, nests on cliffs. Makes "reeaaaauh!" call.
Small hawk, fast flyer, preys on small birds in woods. Builds stick nests, emits falcon-like calls. Found in Americas.
Medium-sized, colorful, preys on small animals, builds stick nests in trees, distinctive "keer" call.
Small, crow-sized raptor. Speed: 20-40 mph. Length: 15", Weight: 14 oz. Wingspan: 34". Call: "sipeeeeeeeee".