I caught a Coopers in the tree bordering my backyard today. It looks like it’s a nesting pair. I only got photos of one.
I’ve heard a recording of their call which is distinctive and that’s what caused me to look around and see the one in the tree.
This tree is right above where my chickens dustbathe.
It’s concerning because my birds free range the whole yard all day.
However, one neighbor directly behind us is constantly feeding the doves and quail (they’re everywhere!) so hopefully the hawks will find them an easier meal than my chickens.
Here’s the tree it was in
And here’s where my birds dustbathe:
The view from the back deck:
I’ve heard a recording of their call which is distinctive and that’s what caused me to look around and see the one in the tree.
This tree is right above where my chickens dustbathe.
It’s concerning because my birds free range the whole yard all day.
However, one neighbor directly behind us is constantly feeding the doves and quail (they’re everywhere!) so hopefully the hawks will find them an easier meal than my chickens.
Here’s the tree it was in
And here’s where my birds dustbathe:
The view from the back deck: