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Coopers Hawk



This AM @ 8:30 noticed some movement about 30ft. or so in the woods on the 
side of the house.  Saw a beautiful adult Cooper's Hawk perched on a fallen 
pine eating something.  My view was obscured by some branches, but every now 
and then would catch a glimpse of the prey, gray and largish, hidden by the 
pine trunk.  Was guessing Mourning Dove or squirrel, couldn't see it clearly 
or long enough to decide whether was seeing fur or feathers!  After about 45 
min- 1 hour the bird flew off and I went out to see, was a squirrel.  Nothing 
left but skull, some fur, and skin, which was still partially intact, with 
just the meat being pulled out.  Was relieved to find it wasn't a Thrush or 
my Oriole, who is still at the feeder often.  

Shelley Theye

Shelley Theye
N. Chatham County, NC
Psbmt@aol.com