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Birds
A bird-hunting accipiter that has moved into towns and works backyard feeders.
Field facts
HabitatWoodland, suburbs, parks
RangeStatewide
When to lookYear-round
StatusLeast Concern (Indiana DNR / IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesSharp-shinned hawk — smaller with a square tail
Field note: Its rounded tail tip and steady flap-flap-glide separate it from the sharpie.
Lesson
Watching responsibly
If a hawk hunts your feeder, pause feeding for a week rather than intervening.
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