Northern Goshawk
Northern Goshawk
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The Northern Goshawk is a powerful and elusive raptor of mature forests, known for its fierce hunting skills. It is one of the largest members of the Accipiter genus, capable of high-speed chases through dense woodland. This formidable bird preys mainly on medium-sized birds and mammals.
Where to spot
Widespread across the forested regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Look for them in extensive, mature deciduous, coniferous, or mixed forests, often in remote areas.
How to spot
Identify by its large size, broad, rounded wings, and long tail. Adults have slate-grey upperparts, pale barred underparts, and a prominent white eyebrow stripe. Look for its powerful, direct flight, often low through the forest canopy, or watch for it perched discreetly within dense trees.
When to spot
Northern Goshawks are largely resident year-round. Observation is challenging due to their secretive nature, but possible during the breeding season (spring) when adults are more vocal and active, or during winter irruptions in some areas.
Where to spot
Widespread across the forested regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Look for them in extensive, mature deciduous, coniferous, or mixed forests, often in remote areas.
How to spot
Identify by its large size, broad, rounded wings, and long tail. Adults have slate-grey upperparts, pale barred underparts, and a prominent white eyebrow stripe. Look for its powerful, direct flight, often low through the forest canopy, or watch for it perched discreetly within dense trees.
When to spot
Northern Goshawks are largely resident year-round. Observation is challenging due to their secretive nature, but possible during the breeding season (spring) when adults are more vocal and active, or during winter irruptions in some areas.
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Northern Goshawks are renowned for their aggressive defense of their nests, fearlessly attacking intruders, including humans. This behavior earns them the nickname 'phantom of the forest'.
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Simeon
1 month ago
Northern Goshawk
Bennekom, Gelderland
+55
Was een prooi aan het eten in de boom
Lifer
Patricia
4 months ago
Northern Goshawk
Oudkarspel, Noord-Holland
+55
Kan ook een sperwer zijn geweest, maar leek het meest op een havik.
Lifer
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