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Sharp-shinned Hawk

Length: 10-14 inches
Wings: 20-28 inches
Distinguished from a Cooper's Hawk by shorter, squared tail, thinner legs and proportionately smaller head.

I am pretty sure that these are Sharp-shinned Hawks. Which would mean that the rest are Cooper's Hawks.
sharp shinned hawk 1 small graphic
sharpshinned hawk 2 small graphic
sharpshinned hawk 3 small graphic

Juveniles look different than adults, but again, much like Cooper's Hawks.
sharpshinned hawk 1 small graphic
cooper hawk small graphic This is a Cooper's Hawk. Compare to photos above.

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