sharp-shinned hawk

A small Falcon, similar to the Sharp-shinned Hawk, but a much darker and stouter built bird.

The sparrow might as well dodge its own shadow as to dodge the sharp-shinned hawk.

The sparrow hawk and the sharp-shinned hawk may visit the vicinity to feed upon the other feeders.

Hawks are quite common; among those generally seen are the long tailed grouse-hawk, the sparrow hawk, and the sharp-shinned hawk.

These included the peregrine falcon, sharp-shinned hawk, and Cooper's hawk.