A red-shouldered hawk is making its presence known in one Pearland neighborhood in a big way, by dive-bombing residents to protect its nest. Texas Parks and Wildlife ...

Wingbeats are stiff; it soars on flat wings. When flying, a juvenile red-shouldered hawk shows light crescents at base of primaries and a longer tail. Perched, it has a brown tail with dark bands ...

glides with wings cupped, giving a “hunched” appearance. Wingbeats are quick and shallow, interspersed with quick glides. Broad-winged hawk adult has rufous on breast, but no barring on ...