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Fine feather I found: Macro Monday

This a fine feather I found while walking in a park in Bend, Oregon. This large feather belonged to some kind of raptor.

Macro Monday

SoyBend

Centered in Bend, Oregon, my blog branches out into nature, history, and art-related topics.

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  • Almost positive that it is from a red shouldered hawk. I have one that is almost identical and it is from a RSH.

    • I don't think Central Oregon is part of their normal range, but it's possible. Lots of Red-tailed and Cooper's Hawks around here.

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