Sharp-shinned Hawk Watching in Oregon

The Sharp-shinned Hawk is the smallest hawk that lives in the US and Canada, and it's not among the more common birds in Oregon, though they are present. Adult males are usually 10 to 12 inches long, while females are noticeably larger, usually 12 to 15 inches long. They all have a blueish-gray back and wings with red barring on the underside.Sharp-shinned Hawks typically feed on small birds, and are horrifyingly known to frequent bird feeding stations looking for prey. The female is usually nearly twice the size of the male, and will typically eat larger birds as a result.

Habitats for Sharp-shinned Hawks

They generally spend time in thick forested areas and are very agile when flying through dense trees. The Sharp-shinned Hawk prefers conifer trees, which are very common in Oregon, as well as oaks. Their nests are usually out of the way and difficult to find.

Best seasons to see Sharp-shinned Hawks in Oregon

Sharp-shinned Hawks typically arrive in Oregon during April and stay through the end of summer. They winter to the south, and even during the warm months they are not particularly common in the state.

Sharp-shinned Hawks in Oregon summary

Typical habitat: Thich conifer forests
Seasons: Spring and summer
Abundance: Uncommon – usually present but may not be seen or heard in suitable habitat

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